Public health experts have noted an expected biannual spike in COVID-19 infections during summer and winter. In Santa Cruz County, cases are currently higher but still manageable and steady. Wastewater modeling shows elevated but stable COVID rates since May. The reproductive number indicates a slow spread of the virus across California, where similar trends are noted. Compared to past years, the situation appears more stable, though vigilance is necessary as schools reopen with increased indoor activities expected in August.
Since its arrival in 2020, public health experts have come to expect a biannual spike in COVID-19 infections during summer and winter months.
Wastewater modeling indicates COVID rates have been elevated but basically steady since May.
California was listed by the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention as one of 27 states where the virus is likely growing.
If county modeling holds, virus levels will stay steady all summer, but the community should remain vigilant.
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