Santa Cruz Local

To stem the spread of the coronavirus, Santa Cruz County Health Officer Gail Newel ordered residents to stay in their homes for three weeks and not leave unless necessary. The mandate starts early Tuesday. It follows six Bay Area counties with similar measures. Hear Newel explain how the order protects the community, at a press conference Monday at the county government building. Read our related story here: https://santacruzlocal.org/2020/03/16/santa-cruz-county-orders-residents-to-shelter-in-place/ Sign up for our newsletter here: https://santacruzlocal.org/free-newsletter-covid-19/ Get informed, find resources and how to help here: https://santacruzlocal.org/covid-19/ Tell us what questions you have about the local response to the coronavirus: www.santacruzlocal.org/coronavirus