More rules to slow COVID-19

(NOVEMBER 15, 2020) More people in Oregon are sick. They have COVID-19. So the governor gives new rules.

She calls the rules a "freeze." It starts November 18. It ends December 2 for some places. Other places end later.

  • Friends and family meet in smaller groups. There can be no more than six people from no more than two homes.

  • There are fewer people in stores.

  • There are fewer people in churches.

  • Gyms, museums, and movie theaters must close.

  • Restaurants and bars have takeout only.

  • People work from home if possible.

  • People travel less.

There are no changes for schools or personal services, such as hair salons.


Sources:
“Oregon Gov. Kate Brown Announces 14-Day Statewide ‘Freeze.’” AP NEWS, 13 Nov. 2020, apnews.com/article/kate-brown-coronavirus-pandemic-oregon-6af62772d1d3f99b0c291644747d599c. Accessed 15 Nov. 2020.
“State of Oregon Newsroom : NewsDetail : State of Oregon.” Www.Oregon.Gov, 13 Nov. 2020, www.oregon.gov/newsroom/Pages/NewsDetail.aspx?newsid=37702. Accessed 15 Nov. 2020.

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