Immediate actions to slow the spread of COVID-19 were taken by state health officials and Governor Gavin Newsom as cases across the country continue to increase. Starting onTuesday, Nov. 17, 94% of Californian's will live in counties placed in the most restrictive purple tier (including Placer County, Nevada County and El Dorado County). California is also strengthening its face covering guidance to require individuals to wear a mask whenever outside their home, with limited exceptions.
Read the announcement in full HERE.
“The data we are seeing is very concerning. We are in the midst of a surge, and time is of the essence. Every day matters and every decision matters,” said California Health and Human Services Secretary Dr. Mark Ghaly. “Personal decisions are critical, and I am I imploring every Californian to stay home if they can, wear a mask whenever they leave their homes, limit mixing, practice physical distancing and wash their hands.”