|April 16, 2020 01: 17 PM.
G ov. Andrew Cuomo extended New York’s social distancing order until May 15 and expressed uncertainty about what actions the state will take next.
Speaking at a press conference on Thursday, the governor stated that New york city has actually been able to control the “beast” coronavirus thanks to constraints on inessential companies and public events. However he also added that the measures require to continue for at least another couple of weeks.
” We need to continue doing what we’re doing. I wish to see that infection rate get down much more,” Cuomo stated.
He noted that the lockdown extension, which followed the state was previously set to lift coronavirus orders on April 30, will be carried out in coordination with other states.
” I do not wish to predict beyond that period. That has to do with one month. One month is a very long time,” Cuomo stated. “Individuals need certainty and clearness, so they can prepare. I need a collaborated action plan with the other states. One month, we’ll continue the close-down policies.”
” What happens after then? I don’t understand. We will see, depending on what the data shows,” he added.
The guv also tweeted the announcement and emphasized that New Yorkers “should STAY THE COURSE” during the pandemic.
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New York City on TIME OUT will be extended in coordination with other states to May 15.
Non-essential employees need to continue to stay home.
Social distancing guidelines remain in location.
We should STAY THE COURSE.
— Andrew Cuomo (@NYGovCuomo).
April 16,2020
New York has actually been the hardest-hit state throughout the health crisis, with more than 200,000 infections and thousands of deaths.
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