Gov. Edwards Issues Emergency Proclamation Limiting Groups to 50 People
Gatherings are limited to no more than 50 people.
That is a part of a list of public health precautions outlined by Governor John Bel Edwards as the state of Louisiana continues to fight the spread of COVID-19.
There are 136 confirmed cases of COVID-19 and three people have died.
“More aggressive steps are necessary to fight the spread of COVID-19 across Louisiana. Following additional guidance from the CDC, gatherings of more than 50 people are no longer permitted, bars and casinos must close and restaurants will only be able to offer take out or delivery,” Gov. Edwards said. “These limitations were difficult to make, but they are necessary to slow the spread of COVID-19, protect the health of Louisianans and flatten the curve.”
Also included in the Governor's update to his public health emergency proclamation:
- Casinos and bars will be closed.
- Restaurants will be closed to patrons eating on site. Take-out, drive-through and delivery orders are allowed.
- Movie theaters will be closed.
“What we’re learning is that it can take two weeks for symptoms to appear. We believe we are still unearthing community spread that’s been around for the past several weeks, which means it is a statewide problem that requires statewide solutions,” Gov. Edwards said. “In addition to meeting with Sen. Bill Cassidy this morning who is supportive of our efforts, I was also on a call with President Trump and Vice President Pence that lasted more than an hour and they were very clear that we must significantly expand our mitigation efforts to slow the progress of COVID-19 before there is more community spread. Action must be taken now, even in areas where there are no confirmed cases yet.”
These charges will take effect at midnight and until April 12. On April 13, the situation will be reevaluated seven days prior as operations MAY be able to resume on that day.