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.
“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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