PREVIOUSLY: RE-OFF: The Governor orders the closure of bars, indoor restaurants, movie theaters, zoos and more across the state in response to COVID-19 numbers.
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Humboldt County officials have responded to Governor Gavin Newsom’s announcement today of new state closings of some companies due to COVID-19 concerns saying they essentially show us in writing.
Humboldt County Press Release Below:
Governor Gavin Newsom today announced both state and county-specific actions to curb the spread of COVID-19 as cases continue to rise across the state. The Humboldt County Emergency Operations Center (EOC), Humboldt County Sheriff William Honsal and Humboldt County Health Officer Dr. Teresa Frankovich are aware, but have not yet seen the written guide on these changes.
“The governor made clear the state’s concerns about the rapid increase in COVID-19 infections, hospitalizations, and admissions to the ICU in California,” said Dr. Frankovich. “We understand that there will be a statewide order to close bars and relocate some sectors such as restaurants, family entertainment centers, office spaces for non-critical services, museums and zoos, and game rooms for outdoor operations only.”
The intention, the doctor said, is to focus on strategies that reduce the mix of people outside their home in spaces where it is more difficult to ensure that safety precautions are taken and to move those outdoor activities wherever possible. “The state is clearly receding but is not returning to full shelter-in-place restrictions,” he said.
Sheriff Honsal said: “In light of the governor’s recent announcement regarding the closures of the commercial sector and the current situation of COVID-19 in California, I believe it is prudent to await further written instructions from the governor before making radical decisions that will affect our Community of Business. In a small community like ours, closing a business can have a ripple effect across the county. I have heard and seen the impacts that COVID-19 and the initial closings had on our local business owners and their families, and I have not made the decision to close sectors of our local economy lightly. ”
The EOC will provide additional information on Tuesday.
For the latest information on COVID-19, visit cdc.gov or cdph.ca.gov. Local information is available at humboldtgov.org or during business hours by contacting [email protected] or calling 707-441-5000.
