By Ron Southwick | rsouthwick@pennlive.com
The Pennsylvania Department of Health reported 719 new coronavirus cases Thursday, raising the statewide total to 92,867.
The report comes as state officials have expressed concern about an increase in cases the past few weeks, particularly in southwestern Pennsylvania. State officials say they are seeing more young adults getting infected.
Statewide, 6,848 deaths have been tied to COVID-19, including 36 new fatalities reported Thursday. More than two-thirds of those deaths have occurred in nursing homes and other long-term care facilities.
On Wednesday, Allegheny County officials extended an order barring indoor dining at bars and restaurants, although outdoor dining, takeout and delivery will be allowed.
More COVID-19 patients are being treated in hospitals. The health department’s online dashboard shows 650 coronavirus patients are hospitalized, up from a little under 600 a week ago. Still, it remains well below the peak of about 2,800 in the spring.
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