The US is experiencing a surge in COVID-19 cases, with infections growing in 25 states and declining or stabilizing in the remaining ones. The rise in transmission is largely attributed to new variants like “Nimbus” and “Stratus,” which are causing more Americans to contract symptoms such as sore throats, fevers, and coughs. As summer travel season gets underway, experts warn that many people will be susceptible to infection due to waning immunity from prior infections or vaccinations.
According to the CDC, cases are growing the most in the South and West regions, with states like Florida, Alabama, Texas, and California reporting significant increases in transmission. While some experts caution that data quality is poor, making it challenging to track COVID-19 in real-time, others predict a summer wave similar to previous years.
The dominant variant, “Nimbus,” now accounts for 43% of cases, while the new “Stratus” variant is spreading rapidly worldwide and causing an increasing proportion of cases. These variants are highly transmissible and may evade immunity, making vaccination crucial in preventing severe illness and complications.
As people’s immunity wanes, experts recommend staying up-to-date on COVID vaccinations, testing for symptoms or exposure, isolating when sick, wearing N95 masks in crowded spaces, and practicing social distancing. With the summer wave expected to peak in late July or August, it is essential for individuals to take these precautions to protect themselves and others from COVID-19.
Source: https://www.today.com/health/coronavirus/covid-2025-summer-surge-rcna218754