Ernakulam sees unprecedented surge in COVID cases
The Hindu
District records 4,396 new infections
Ernakulam on Thursday recorded an unprecedented 4,396 new cases of SARS-CoV-2 infection. Among the newly infected were two health workers. Among the worst-hit areas, Thrikkakara recorded 230 new cases followed by Thripunithura 131, Palluruthy 93, Maradu 71, Chengamanad 69, Perumbavoor 66, Fort Kochi 64, Edappally and Kumbalanghi 62 each, Kadamakudy, Kalamassery and Kadungalloor 61 each, Mattancherry and Mazhuvanur 59 each, Sreemoolanagaram 57, and Udayamperoor and Kottuvally 56 cases. Kaloor, Rayamangalam, and North Paravur recorded 54 new cases each, followed by Elamkunnapuzha 53, Koovappady and Maradu 52 each cases.
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