Houston, Tx
Fort Bend County lowers COVID risk level to green
County Decide KP George stated the county has one of many highest vaccination charges within the state.
FORT BEND COUNTY, Texas — Fort Bend County leaders have lowered the COVID-19 danger degree to inexperienced for the primary time because the begin of the pandemic in 2020.
County Decide KP George and the Division of Well being and Human Providers and the Workplace of Emergency Administration introduced the information on Monday.
Two years in the past, on March 4, the primary confirmed COVID-19 case in Texas was found in Fort Bend County.
George stated the county has been on the forefront of COVID testing and vaccination efforts, which has led to the county being probably the most vaccinated counties within the state.
He stated 87% of Fort Bend County residents ages 5 have acquired one dose, whereas 78% are absolutely vaccinated. About 97% of residents age 65 and up are absolutely vaccinated.
