Hurricane Evacuees Would Spread the Coronavirus by the Thousands

(TNS) - South Florida residents fleeing the path of a powerful hurricane would almost certainly cause a spike in coronavirus infections across the state and beyond, according to a new study.

 

And decisions made during a hurricane evacuation could mean a difference of tens of thousands of new COVID-19 cases.

 

The study, conducted by scientists with the Union of Concerned Scientists and Columbia University, examines how four South Florida counties that are hotspots for coronavirus — Miami Dade, Palm Beach, Monroe and Broward — would influence the spread of COVID-19 should a Category 3 hurricane hit the area and force some residents to flee to safer regions.