On March 14, Gov. Tom Wolf extended the strictest coronavirus requirements to Bucks and Chester counties in addition to Montgomery and Delaware counties effective today through March 28.
There are now a total of 47 cases in the state, with the addition of two more cases in Allegheny County.
The additional restrictions in these counties include--
-- Freedom of travel will remain, but the governor and his administration ask all people to refrain from non-essential travel.
-- Supermarkets, pharmacies, and gas stations will remain open. The governor and his administration recommend that non-essential retail facilities close, and ask that business owners for non-essential services consider the well-being of their customers, staff and community when making a decision to close or remain open.
-- Essential services will be available: police, fire and emergency medical services, and essential services for vulnerable populations.
-- A no visitor policy has been implemented for correctional facilities and nursing homes and will be evaluated for other facilities.
Statewide Restrictions
-- The Wolf Administration strongly encourages the suspension of large gatherings, events, conferences of 250 individuals or more.
-- The Wolf Administration discourages individuals from traveling to recreational activities like gyms, movie theaters and shopping malls.
-- The Wolf Administration encourages religious leaders to exercise discretion in order to mitigate the spread of illness.
-- Initiated a no-visitor policy at all State correctional facilities and nursing homes to ensure the safety of inmates, residents, staff and visitors.
-- Restricted visitors in state centers effective today to ensure health and safety for individuals with an intellectual disability.
-- Restricted visitors in assisted living and personal care homes to minimize exposure to our seniors and individuals with disabilities.
Click Here for a list of all restrictions.
Click Here for a list of all restrictions.
For more information on the coronavirus and to keep up-to-date, visit the Department of Health’s Coronavirus (COVID-19) webpage, Follow them on Twitter, or Like them on Facebook.
Note: If Money Is Needed For State Coronavirus Response,The Senate & House Should Use Their Own $172 Million Surplus Operating Funds First
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