California becomes first state in US to top three million coronavirus cases

Although there's been a slight downward trend, officials warn that could reverse when the full impact from holiday gathering transmissions is felt.
California also has seen more than 33,600 deaths due to COVID-19. (Photo | AP)
California also has seen more than 33,600 deaths due to COVID-19. (Photo | AP)

LOS ANGELES: California has become the first state to record more than 3 million known coronavirus infections.

That's according to a tally Monday by Johns Hopkins University.

The grim milestone wasn't entirely unexpected in a state with 40 million residents but its speed was stunning.

California only reached 2 million reported cases on December 24.

The count is also far ahead of other large states, such as Texas.

California also has seen more than 33,600 deaths due to COVID-19.

A caseload surge that began last fall has strained hospitals.

Although there's been a slight downward trend, officials warn that could reverse when the full impact from holiday gathering transmissions is felt.

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