Due to the recent surge in COVID-19 cases, the state has reported a total of 10,000 new cases and 150 deaths in the past week alone. This brings the total number of cases in the state to 50,000 with 700 deaths since the beginning of the pandemic. Hospitals are currently operating at 90% capacity, prompting concerns about the healthcare system's ability to handle the increasing number of patients. The state government has issued a mandate requiring mask-wearing in all public places and has urged residents to practice social distancing to curb the spread of the virus. Additionally, officials are considering implementing stricter measures if the situation does not improve in the coming days.