L.A. County has seen its biggest single-day spike in the coronavirus pandemic with 25 new cases, bringing the total number to 94
, nightclubs, bars, bowling alleys and arcades. Restaurants are limited to take-out and delivery service only.
Of the 25 new coronavirus cases in L.A. County, five have an unidentified source and “therefore we assume community exposure,” Ferrer said. The others: One individual acquired the novel virus after travel in an “outbreak area”; one new case was announced by the city of Pasadena; 17 cases are under investigation; and only two individuals are currently hospitalized. As will all new cases, Ferrer explained that those individuals are currently isolated as are their close contacts.
Other speakers at the press conference included Kevin McGowan, director of the Office of Emergency Management, who announced measures his department is taking particularly to help with supportive housing during what has been declared a national emergency. Supportive housing is meant to aid residents who can’t quarantine or self-isolate in their residences or those who are currently without residence.
Ferrer also was asked about the possibility that L.A. County would implement a “shelter-in-place” ordinance, similar to the one announced today in parts of Northern California including the counties of San Francisco, Marin, Santa Clara, San Mateo, Alameda and Contra Costa as well as the city of Berkeley. She said they don't not have any plans as of right now.
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