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Where can I get resources or information to help encourage those in my community adhere to this advisory? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

Where can I get resources or information to help encourage those in my community adhere to this advisory?

There are a variety of downloadable resources and fact sheets available at www.covid19.ca.gov

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Under what authority is this being done? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

Under what authority is this being done?

On March 12, 2020, Governor Newsom issued Executive Order N-25-20, which included as operative paragraph one, “[a]ll residents are to heed any orders and guidance of state and local public…

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Who will be responsible for enforcing the order? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

Who will be responsible for enforcing the order?

All Californians are being asked to follow this order to protect themselves, their families and their communities. The order provides a new tool for local officials & law enforcement personnel…

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Is there a penalty for violating the limited stay at home order? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

Is there a penalty for violating the limited stay at home order?

Failure to comply with the order may be punishable by fine and as a misdemeanor.

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How does this new order affect gatherings? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

How does this new order affect gatherings?

Gatherings of multiple households are a significant contributor to increased transmission of COVID-19. Gatherings of different households for non-essential activities are prohibited between 10 pm and 5 am. When people…

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Have similar orders been put in place in other states? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

Have similar orders been put in place in other states?

Multiple other states including Massachusetts, Minnesota, New York, New Jersey, Ohio, and Virginia have introduced orders with a similar intent. Also, several large municipalities have also implemented similar measures including:…

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Will this be extended? Will it be shortened? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

Will this be extended? Will it be shortened?

The state may decide to extend the order depending on case rates. It generally takes 3-4 weeks to see the impact of our actions. We need to take these steps…

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Can I still get takeout or food delivery? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

Can I still get takeout or food delivery?

Yes, restaurants can stay open for takeout and delivery after 10 pm.

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Is this order asking businesses to close between 10 pm and 5 am? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

Is this order asking businesses to close between 10 pm and 5 am?

Non-essential businesses, those that are NOT defined as critical infrastructure, should end business operations at 10pm. Essential work is permitted to continue and food and beverage takeout services are still…

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What am I allowed to do between 10 pm and 5 am? Can I pick up a gallon of milk at midnight, pick a prescription or put gas my car? 150 150 Sonoma County Emergency and Preparedness Information

What am I allowed to do between 10 pm and 5 am? Can I pick up a gallon of milk at midnight, pick a prescription or put gas my car?

Yes. Essential activities are permitted as are activities you do alone or with members of your immediate household like walking your dog. Although Californians are highly encouraged to stay indoors…

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