Chennai: After witnessing a dip in Covid cases for the last couple of months, Tamil Nadu has recorded a steady spike in new coronavirus cases for the third consecutive day today (July 30).
The ‘R’ factor of new cases
A sudden rise in fresh Covid -19 cases in the state is said to be because of people not adhering to Covid-appropriate behaviour, making the situation difficult for authorities to keep the outbreak in check. Sharing a border with Kerala is another factor for the increasing number of cases in Tamil Nadu as Kerala is currently the hot spot for coronavirus, contributing the highest number of cases to the country’s total toll.
New rise affects 20 districts of Tamil Nadu
Covid-19 cases have shown a rise in Tamil Nadu in the last four days with an increase in daily positive Covid-19 cases. In the state, more than 16 districts have recorded a spike in news cases of coronavirus on Thursday (July 29). As the state recorded 1,859 fresh cases yesterday (July 29), while the numbers were 1,756 on July 28.
According to state Health Minister Ma Subramanian’s statement, the increasing number of Covid-19 cases for the last 3 days has resulted in more RT-PCR tests in the state. Showing his concern over the situation, he said “unfortunately, many people are not wearing face masks.” He said that the vigilance in the TN-Kerala border has been increased.
Alarming rise
The alarming rise in infections in Kerala has created concerns for neighbouring Karnataka as the state has taken to closely monitor its Covid-19 situation. The state which shares three borders with Kerala is mulling over imposing stringent measures and setting up medical facilities at the bordering localities.
Meanwhile, as per the Kerala Health Minister Veena George, the next 2-3 weeks will be crucial for the state and urged people to avoid gatherings and stick to COVID protocols.