Which Florida Businesses Are Essential?
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis issued the statewide stay-at-home order for the entire state. It will be in effect for at least 30 days in an attempt to slow down the…
MIAMI, FL – MARCH 24: A street normally busy with traffic is nearly empty as large numbers of people stay home in an effort to contain the coronavirus pandemic on March 24, 2020 in Miami, Florida. Across the country people are adapting to the new normal with protective gear, social distancing, businesses are restricting hours and restaurant owners are being asked to close except for pickup and delivery in an attempt to stop the spread of COVID-19. (Photo by Joe Raedle/Getty Images)
Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis issued the statewide stay-at-home order for the entire state.
It will be in effect for at least 30 days in an attempt to slow down the spread of this highly-communicable disease.
We must remain at home except for when it comes to essential activities. So what is deemed "essential"? We are still able to do some things outdoors that fall under the category of recreation, so long as we can maintain a safe social distance and do so in gatherings of six are less.
Many businesses fall under the category of essential: everything from grocers to journalists.
For a comprehensive list, click here.
As the CDC is looking for ways to slow down the coronavirus spread, many Tampa area companies are changing the way they do business to keep customers safe. So you can be prepared, here's our running list. You can see our list of cancelled or postponed events here.
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