One hundred two new cases reported, 4,698 people have tested positive, 737 are active patients, 3,920 have recovered and 41 have died; the county’s current positivity rate is 16.3%; the San Joaquin Valley Region’s ICU availability is 0%.
Public Information Officer David Westrick states county found claims that San Benito Health Foundation vaccinated individuals beyond permitted phase were substantiated.
Eight new cases reported, 5,716 people have tested positive, 43 are active patients, 5,612 have recovered and 61 have died; the county’s current positivity rate is 5.6%.
All public schools are required to offer in-person instruction to grades K-2 for all students and for high-needs students in all grades by the end of March, losing 1% of eligible funds every day thereafter if they do not.
Community Opinions
COMMUNITY OPINION: Mass vaccinations in San Benito County
John Bessa writes that San Benito High School should be considered as a location for mass vaccinations.