As the Coronavirus continues to spiral out of control in New York with over 7,100 cases and 35 deaths, Gov. Cuomo has added another restriction to the state.
Cuomo says the state is being put “on pause” and residents should only leave their homes for urgent emergencies including “non-essential” workers as of Sunday, March 22nd.
“These are not helpful hints, I’m not kidding about this” – Gov. Cuomo
Making an announcement on the State's response to the #Coronavirus pandemic. WATCH: https://t.co/m4OJce0oBA
— Archive: Governor Andrew Cuomo (@NYGovCuomo) March 20, 2020
#BREAKING: NY, CT, NJ, and PA will temporarily close all barber shops, nail & hair salons, tattoo shops, & similar services in our four states effective tomorrow at 8PM.
These temporary closures are not going to be easy, but they are necessary to protect the public health.
— Archive: Governor Andrew Cuomo (@NYGovCuomo) March 20, 2020
#BREAKING: I will sign an Executive Order mandating that 100% of workforce must stay home, excluding essential services.
This order excludes pharmacies, grocery stores, and others.
— Archive: Governor Andrew Cuomo (@NYGovCuomo) March 20, 2020