Alameda County officials have agreed to let Tesla's factory in Fremont, California, reopen on the condition that it maintain 'minimum business operations' and implement additional safety recommendations, according to a statement from the company.
Alameda County gave Tesla its blessing on the condition that it maintain"minimum business operations" and implement additional safety recommendations, according to a company statement that was released on Tuesday. The county said Tesla could possibly re-open as soon as next week, though the company has already begun production despite coronavirus concerns, according to Tesla CEO Elon Musk.
"We will be working with the Fremont Police Department to verify Tesla is adhering to physical distancing and that agreed upon health and safety measures are in place for the safety of their workers as they prepare for full production," county health officials said in a written statement.Read MoreCalifornia Governor Gavin Newsom issued an order easing social distancing restrictions across the state on May 4.
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