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For millions of Californians in the San Francisco metropolitan area, more stringent requirements will apply starting Sunday due to the increased crown number. In five boroughs, including the cities of San Francisco and Berkeley, residents are urged not to leave their homes. “The grim Covid winter that we feared has come to the Bay Area,” said Dr. Chris Farnitano, from the Contra Costa district health department, in a joint statement with colleagues from other districts on Friday. You have to act fast to save lives.
Drink Donate Coffee by the Bay: In San Francisco, people are encouraged to stay home if possible. (Image: Keystone)
The region is entering a partial lockdown faster than expected. California Governor Gavin Newsom announced tougher measures in the fight against the pandemic on Thursday. Consequently, in areas where there is a threat of overcrowding in intensive care units, exit restrictions and other requirements will take effect in the coming weeks once a critical threshold has been reached.
