As It Happened - Dec. 28, 2021
Philly now averaging more COVID-19 cases than at any point during pandemic; FEMA ‘strike teams’ coming to Pa. hospitals
Philadelphia was averaging 1,407 new COVID-19 cases per day as of Monday, surpassing the previous record of 1,235 set on Dec. 8, 2020.

Travelers are shown on the moving walkways as they depart at the Philadelphia Airport.
What you should know
Philadelphia is now reporting a record number of new COVID-19 cases, thanks in part to the extremely transmissible omicron variant.
COVID-19 cases are also at record highs in New Jersey and nearing a new peak in Pennsylvania, but with fewer hospitalizations and deaths.
Residents in New Jersey and Delaware can receive free COVID-19 tests through the mail.
Philadelphia will require patrons and employees at restaurants and bars to show proof of vaccination beginning Jan. 3.