COVID Report for NJ: 9/20

Elias Neibart, a New Jersey resident, has been monitoring COVID-19 in his state and tracking the recent uptick in cases.

Yesterday, the rate of transmission rose and reamined over 1.00, a key indicator for health experts. New Jersey has been issuing warnings to residents, as the recent numbers and trends are worrying to experts and politicians.

Soon, the state will review if and how reopening dining and schools has contributed to this rise, especially considering that coronavirus cases doubled in three NJ counties this week.