Number of recoveries out pace the number of active COVID-19 cases

CHARLESTON, WV (WOAY) – Gov. Jim Justice says the number of people that have recovered is higher than the number of active cases we have in the state.

During a press briefing today, Gov. Jim Justice says this is good news and that we want to see the number of recoveries go higher, and it is every day.

Currently, 667 people have recovered from COVID-19. There are now 510 active cases.

The statewide death toll stands at 50.

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