24 Feb 2021 | 09:04 PM UTC
US: Commonwealth of Virginia to lift nightly curfew, ease several COVID-19 restrictions starting March 1 /update 13
Officials in Virginia, US, to lift nightly curfew, ease restrictions March 1 due to decreases in COVID-19 activity.
Event
Officials in Virginia have issued orders to lift the commonwealth's existing curfew and ease several restrictions on business operations and gatherings effective March 1 due to decreases in COVID-19 infections and hospitalizations. Under the new directives, the nightly 0001-0500 curfew, which has been in place statewide since late 2020, will end; however, authorities continue to urge residents to limit activities outside their homes. Additionally, outdoor social gatherings of up to 25 people will be allowed, while indoor social gatherings must continue to be limited to 10 persons. Sports and entertainment venues must continue limiting occupancy to 30 percent of legal capacity. Food and drink establishments will be allowed to sell alcoholic beverages and remain open until midnight. Establishments allowed to open must follow enhanced sanitation procedures, comply with social distancing guidelines, and require sick employees to stay home. For more details on Virginia's COVID-19 restrictions, click here.
Individuals aged five or older must continue to wear protective facemasks in all indoor settings shared with other people and in outdoor settings when social distancing cannot be observed. Additionally, all employees able to work from home are strongly encouraged to continue to do so.
Officials could amend the orders at short notice, depending on disease activity in the coming weeks.
Advice
Heed the directives of the authorities. Confirm appointments in advance.
