Galveston County Health District investigating COVID-19 outbreak at church camp, over 125 people test positive
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GALVESTON COUNTY, Texas - The Galveston County Health District is investigating following a COVID-19 outbreak at a church camp that so far has resulted in 20 Galveston County youth and adults testing positive for COVID-19.
According to a release, the camp took place late last month outside of Galveston County at a campground rented exclusively by a local church. Over 450 adults and youth in grades six-12 from the area attended.
Officials said they were notified of the first positive COVID-19 case tied to the camp back on Jun 27, and since, 20 Galveston County youth and adults tested positive.
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