Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam issued a stay-at-home order on Monday, saying there will be no more gatherings of greater than 10 people.
Northam said the new restrictions are intended to stop the spread of the Chinese Communist Party (CCP) virus.
“I want to be clear: Do not go out unless you need to go out. This is very different than wanting to go out,” Northam said in a news conference. “This has been a suggestion to Virginians. Today, it’s an order,” he added.
The order came after Virginia’s beaches and other recreational areas were “literally packed” with people despite the pandemic, Northam said.
The governor’s order closed Virginia’s beaches to everything except for exercising and fishing. Campgrounds were also shut down, and all colleges and universities were told to stop in-person classes.
The stay-at-home order allows people to leave their homes for groceries, essential items, banking, medical care, and more.
“We are at the beginning of a period of sacrifice,” added Northam in the news conference. “This is an unprecedented and difficult time; it will be hard for people, and I understand that. But I have faith in you as Virginians. We need everyone to take this seriously and act responsibly.”
David Adams
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