Thread by @GovInslee

COVID-19 is spreading in WA and around the globe.

To protect our people, we must continue to escalate our response. 1/6

Tomorrow, we will temporarily shut down restaurants, bars and entertainment/recreational facilities statewide.

➡️ Grocery stores and pharmacies will stay open
➡️ Restaurants may continue take-out and delivery service
➡️ Retail outlets can stay open with reduced occupancy
2/6

All gatherings over 50 participants will be prohibited.

All gatherings under 50 participants will be prohibited unless previously announced criteria for hygiene and social distancing are met. 3/6

I know there will be significant economic impacts to all our communities. But every hour counts as we bend the curve of infection.

We have, and will continue to take steps to mitigate those challenges. 4/6

King County will shut down these establishments immediately. As the largest population center and current epicenter of this outbreak, they must act with even greater urgency. I applaud @kcexec’s decision.

We will hold a joint press conference with more details tomorrow. 5/6

We’re in this together, Washington. How each of us responds matters.

And I know we’re up for the challenge.

My full statement: bit.ly/SocialDistanci…
6/6