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Gov. issues stay-at-home order for Florida

Gov. Ron DeSantis issued a stay-at-home order Wednesday for the state of Florida in an effort to curb the spread of the novel coronavirus.

The order comes as the number of coronavirus cases across the state continues to rise, reaching nearly 7,000 Wednesday, causing 87 deaths so far. The order takes effect early Friday and will last until April 30, unless it is extended, officials said.

DeSantis said senior citizens and those with underlying medical conditions – including chronic lung disease, asthma and liver disease – should stay at their residences.

DeSantis said all people in Florida should only leave their homes for essential services or essential activities. The order encourages individuals to work from home.

The order also urges all businesses and organizations to provide delivery, carry-out or curbside service for orders place online or by phone. The governor’s office listed essential activities as the following, noting that others may be added:

DeSantis said social gatherings in public spaces are not considered essential activities. Local agencies will ensure that groups of more than 10 people will not congregate in one public spot.

The order can be found here.

 

 

 

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