ORANGE COUNTY, Fla. – Despite most organized fireworks shows being called off due to the coronavirus pandemic Florida doctors are warning people to avoid large gatherings this weekend for the Fourth of July holiday.This warning comes as Florida reported more new infections than any other state in the country on Wednesday.
While many people who become infected display minimal or no symptoms, the state reported hundreds of new hospitalizations this week for more serious cases of the illness.
More than 320 people in Orange County are hospitalized with COVID-19, currently.Health officer for Orange County Dr. Raul Pino, with the Florida Department of Health, said currently wearing a face mask and social distancing are the only tools we have.