Published July 21, 2021 at 6:40 PM MDT Listen • 4:51
/ Dr. Kencee Graves, with University of Utah Health, said as cases surge, the U has once again postponed some elective surgeries. This story and more in Wednesday evening s news brief.
Wednesday evening, July 21, 2021
State
837 New COVID-19 Cases And Pausing Elective Surgeries
Utah health officials reported 873 new COVID-19 cases Wednesday. It’s the most in a single day since mid-February. Dr. Kencee Graves, with University of Utah Health, said as cases surge, the U has once again postponed some elective surgeries. “We need to be able to create the capacity to take care of those that are critically ill,” Graves said. “So about half of my medical intensive care unit beds are full of patients that have COVID-19. Right now, 78% of ICU beds across the state are occupied by Covid patients. The Utah Department of Health also released a statement saying “We have the tool to end the disrupt
Mark Kennedy Lake Powell water levels are quickly dropping, but people who go out frequently are still enjoying the recreational opportunities.
Lake Powell’s water levels are near historic lows, and as a result, Glen Canyon National Recreation Area has had to
People who frequently recreate on the lake say getting on the water is more difficult and takes more planning now, but lower water levels have also allowed them to see previously hidden sights.
Since the lake’s level is constantly in flux beaches and cliffs that are prominent one weekend can be unreachable the next. This year, Lydia Karic said it’s particularly stark.