SAN ANTONIO Large gatherings during Memorial Day kicked off a COVID-19 surge two weeks later, San Antonio Mayor Ron Nirenberg said, which wiped hospital capacity and resulted in 9,000 confirmed cases in June.
On Thursday, with Fourth of July weekend around the corner, Nirenberg urged the public to prevent that from happening again.
Parks in San Antonio, Bexar County to close Fourth of July weekend due to COVID-19We cannot withstand a similar surge within two weeks, he said during a news conference held with local hospital leaders.
San Antonio hospitals inching closer to meeting capacity as COVID-19 cases surge, officials sayPeople who arent worried about getting infected should still follow all precautions, Stone said.
Keep us safe so we can keep you safe, Stone said.