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Gov. Evers extends `Safer at Home` order
Gov. Evers extends `Safer at Home` order
MADISON -- Gov. Tony Evers on Thursday, April 16 directed Wisconsin Department of Health Services (DHS) Secretary-designee Andrea Palm to extend the 'Safer at Home' order from April 24 to 8 a.m. Tuesday, May 26 -- or until a superseding order is issued.
A news release from the governor's office said the order implements some new measures to ensure safety and support the progress made in containing COVID-19, but also allows certain activities to start up again.
The order is available here.
Governor Tony Evers
"A few weeks ago, we had a pretty grim outlook for what COVID-19 could mean for our state, but because of the efforts of all of you, 'Safer at Home' is working. That said, we aren't out of the woods just yet," said Gov. Evers in the release. "As I've said all along, we are going to rely on the science and public health experts to guide us through this challenge. So, as we extend 'Safer at Home,' I need all of you to continue doing the good work you've been doing so we can keep our families, our neighbors, and our communities safe, and get through this storm together."
DHS Secretary-designee Andrea Palm
"Before we lift 'Safer at Home,' the steps of testing and more robust public health measures must be in place," explained Secretary-designee Palm in the release. "These steps will help us reduce the risk of a second wave of the virus. If we open up too soon, we risk overwhelming our hospitals and requiring more drastic physical distancing measures again."
Changes to the order
Businesses and activities ramping up service and operations:
Safe Business Practices:
Other changes include:
If you have questions, a Frequently Asked Questions (FAQ) document is available here for your review.
The public should continue to follow simple steps to avoid exposure to the virus and prevent illness including:
Reaction to Gov. Evers' extension of the "Safer at Home" order
Speaker Robin Vos (R-Rochester), Majority Leader Jim Steineke (R- Kaukauna, Assembly Republican caucus:
State Sen. Alberta Darling (R-River Hills)
State Sen. Duey Stroebel (R-Cedarburg)
State Sen. Van Wanggaard (R-Racine)
State Rep. Adam Neylon (R-Pewaukee)
State Rep. Barbara Dittrich (R-Oconomowoc)
MMAC President Tim Sheehy