The coronavirus model used by the White House now estimates 147,000 deaths by August -- almost double the estimate predicted 15 days ago

Rick Wilking/Reuters The leading US model on the impact of the coronavirus now estimates 147,000 deaths by August. On April 27, the model estimated only 74,000 deaths. As states reopen, and social distancing is reduced or eliminated, many experts worry there could be a resurgence of cases and a fresh wave of deaths. Visit Business Insider's homepage for more stories. The White House model used to predict the impact of the coronavirus pandemic estimates that there will be 147,040 deaths from COVI...