COVID-19 in Florida: State reports 5,819 new cases; daily average below 6,000 for first time since July 13

Here are the updated statistics on COVID-19 in Florida including new cases, deaths, hospitalizations, testing positivity and vaccinations. Florida on reported 5,819 new COVID-19 cases on Wednesday and increased its total death toll by four, according to data from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention.