Little did we know back at the start of 2020 what an impact it would have across the globe.
Latest figures show of the 377 local areas in the UK, 65 (17%) have seen a week-on-week rise in rates, 308 (82%) have seen a fall and four are unchanged.
But with the battle with the virus raging on, when was the actual peak? We've taken a look at the figures for Lancashire with some clear trends across the county.
We've considered what day so far has seen the highest number of Covid cases recorded, with data correct to November 2.
But with the battle with the virus raging on, when was the actual peak? We've taken a look at the figures for Lancashire with some clear trends across the county.
5. Fylde
Covid peaked in Fylde on July 12, 2021, when there were 113 cases. In total, there have been 11,730 cases recorded.
6. Hyndburn
Covid peaked in Hyndburn on January 4, 2021, when there were 117 cases. In total, there have been 14,907 cases recorded.
7. Lancaster
Covid peaked in Lancaster on July 16, 2021, when there were 167 cases. In total, there have been 20,110 cases recorded.
8. Pendle
Covid peaked in Pendle on January 4, 2021, when there were 171 cases. In total, there have been 16,418 cases recorded.