Governor Ron DeSantis issued a new executive order that further shuts down the state. Here’s how it’s supposed to work:
When does the order take effect?
Friday at 12:01 a.m. It’s supposed to be in place until April 30.
Who has to stay at home?
Anyone who isn’t going out for essential work or an essential activity (like grocery shopping, more on that below).
So I could leave?
Yes, for specific reasons.
The list of essential work is broad, including health care workers, law enforcement, utility workers, journalists, pharmacists, gas station clerks, plumbers, landscapers, weather forecasters and more. The executive order says the state will maintain lists of essential services on the websites of the Florida Department of Health (http://www.floridahealth.gov/) and Florida Division of Emergency Management (www.floridadisaster.org/).
DeSantis drew on existing breakdowns of essential activities from the U.S. Department of Homeland Security and Miami-Dade County (which has issued guidelines across several local orders). The lists are long.
Places that can remain open include not just hospitals and grocery stores but hardware stores, pet supply stores, gun stores and laundromats.
Also allowed, according to the executive order: “Caring for or otherwise assisting a loved one or friend” and “Attending religious services conducted in churches, synagogues and houses of worship.”
Can I go for a walk?
Yes. “Participating in recreational activities (consistent with social distancing guidelines) such as walking, biking, fishing, hunting, running, or swimming” is allowed.
Can I go on my boat?
The state references Miami-Dade County’s boating rules, which have evolved in recent days to shut down marinas and boat launches except for people with commercial saltwater licenses, for fishing purposes only, or law enforcement patrols and rescues. Liveaboards can also have access, or people taking their boats out of the water for maintenance. Read more on the Miami-Dade orders here.
What happens if I don’t listen?
Good question. The governor said he doesn’t know: “We’ll figure out on the back end how this will work out.” The executive order does not explain enforcement but says local authorities are responsible for breaking up groups of more than 10 people. “A social gathering in a public space is not an essential activity,” the order reads.
Can I still work from home?
Yes. In fact, the state encourages it.
Source: Tampa Bay Times
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