MSDH reports 1,948 new COVID-19 cases and 41 new deaths

The Mississippi State Department of Health has reported 1,948 new COVID-19 cases and 41 new deaths including three in Harrison County.

The statewide total stands at 245,847 cases and 5,356 deaths.

Here’s a look at the cases by county in our area:

• Hancock County has 2,469 cases and 57 deaths
• Harrison County is now at 12,806 total cases and now 188 deaths
• Jackson County has 9,996 cases and 172 deaths
• Stone County has 1,388 cases and 18 deaths
• George County has 1,959 cases and 37 deaths
• Pearl River County stands at 3,138 cases and 91 deaths