Coronavirus Cases Skyrocketing In Florida

(AP) – Florida has shattered its previous record for the number of coronavirus cases recorded in a day. The Florida Department of Health on Thursday reported 85,926 coronavirus cases statewide, a daily jump of 3,207 cases, the largest daily increase since the start of the pandemic in March. The previous record – 2,783 cases – occurred Tuesday. The state has had at least 3,061 related deaths. At least some of the increase reflects expanded testing, especially among people who are younger and without symptoms. But the rate of positive tests also has been ticking upward in recent days, raising alarm.