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We're closely tracking Idaho's number of deaths and cases of the novel coronavirus as well as what's happening as COVID-19 continues to spread in Idaho.
We have multiple graphs and timelines looking at the coronavirus case trends in Idaho, including a graph showing a 14-day average that the State of Idaho has been tracking to determine the appropriate reopening stage.
How we track Idaho COVID-19 cases:
Every day, KTVB works diligently to ensure we are providing the most accurate, up-to-date information regarding COVID-19 cases in Idaho. We track our numbers the same way the Idaho Dept. of Health and Welfare does. However, we update our total number more frequently, meaning our numbers may not always match with the state.
The state updates the number of total cases every day around 5 p.m.
KTVB updates our running total once the state and local health districts have confirmed their total number of cases. See more details about how we track regional numbers ahead of the state releasing them here.
Wednesday, August 26
5:12 p.m. - 9 new deaths reported; 302 new confirmed and probable cases
The state of Idaho and local health districts are reporting 221 new confirmed cases on Wednesday, in addition to an additional 81 new probable cases. There have now been 28,627 confirmed cases statewide since the pandemic reached Idaho in March. In total, there have been 30,780 confirmed and probable cases.
Of the new cases, 76 were in Ada County, 31 were in Canyon County and 16 were in Kootenai County.
Nine new coronavirus-related deaths were also reported on Wednesday, bringing the death toll to 337.
Three of the deaths reported on Wednesday occurred in Ada County and two were in Kootenai County. Canyon, Shoshone, Washington and Boundary counties each had one death. The death reported in Boundary County was its first coronavirus-related death.
The state also announced new hospitalization data. As of Monday, August 24, 176 people were hospitalized statewide with COVID-19. 53 of those patients were in the ICU.
For a closer look at the numbers, including county-by-county breakdowns, check out our interactive map and timelines.
Tuesday, August 25
5:17 p.m. - 13 new deaths announced, including seven in the Treasure Valley
The state of Idaho and local health districts reported 13 new coronavirus-related deaths on Tuesday, tying the state's record for the most deaths in a single day. The statewide death toll since the beginning of the pandemic now stands at 328.
Of the new deaths, seven were in the Treasure Valley - five in Canyon County and two in Ada County. Cassia County also had two. Bingham, Bonneville, Kootenai, and Twin Falls counties each reported a single death.
A total of 400 new confirmed and probable cases were also announced Tuesday afternoon. That includes 338 confirmed cases and 62 probable cases. Idaho has now seen 30,475 confirmed and probable cases since the beginning of the pandemic.
The Treasure Valley continues to be the state's hot spot. Of the new cases, 67 were in Ada County and 65 were in Canyon County. Kootenai County had 45 new cases.
According to the state, 13,353 people have recovered from the virus.
For a closer look at the numbers, including county-by-county breakdowns, check out our interactive map and timelines.
Monday, August 24
5:51 p.m. - Idaho reports 8 new deaths, 207 new confirmed cases
The Gem State added eight new deaths, two in Ada, three in Kootenai, one in Bonneville, and two in Shoshone, and reported 207 confirmed and 43 new probable cases on Monday, based on data released by the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare and the state's public health districts.
Idaho now has 28,068 confirmed cases and 30,070 confirmed and probable cases since the pandemic began in March.
The state's hotspots of new COVID cases were Ada County (66), Canyon County (21), and Bonneville County (20).
Presumed recoveries climbed to 13,081.
Sunday, August 23
5:24 p.m. - Idaho reports 224 new confirmed cases and 1 new death on Sunday
The Gem State added 224 confirmed and 13 probable cases of the coronavirus on Saturday, based on KTVB's COVID-19 tracking. One new death was reported in Canyon County, bringing the state's death toll from the pandemic to 307 people.
Recoveries increased on Sunday as the Idaho Department of Health and Welfare reported 261 people were presumed to have recovered from the virus.
In case you missed it-
- Idaho will be again held in Stage 4 of the coronavirus restrictions for two more weeks. You can watch Gov. Brad Little's press conference above.
- Movie theaters around the Treasure Valley are reopening with added safety precautions.
- After 42 years in business, downtown Boise bar and night club Humpin’ Hannah's reopened as a restaurant on Saturday.
- University of Idaho's president sent students a memo about the importance of preventing the spread of coronavirus after hearing reports of off-campus parties.
Resources:
- State of Idaho testing recommendations
- Where you can get tested for COVID-19: St. Luke's, Saint Alphonsus, Primary Health Medical Group
- Crush the Curve Idaho offers a self-assessment tool and information about where to get tested
- Here's what we know about Treasure Valley K-12 schools' reopening plans
- Several Idaho colleges have outlined plans and precautionary measures for students leading up to and following Thanksgiving and Winter break.
- The Idaho Housing and Finance Association is offering help to people impacted by various circumstances caused by the pandemic.
For a closer look at the numbers throughout Idaho, including a county-by-county breakdown, check out our interactive map and timelines.
At KTVB, we’re focusing our news coverage on the facts and not the fear around the virus. To see our full coverage, visit our coronavirus section, here: www.ktvb.com/coronavirus.
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