Filed Under:brian kemp, COVID-19, Executive Order, Georgia, PPE
ATLANTA, GA - AUGUST 10: U.S. Surgeon General Jerome Adams demonstrates how to use a COVID-19 self-test kit as Georgia Governor Brian Kemp looks on during a press conference announcing statewide expanded COVID testing on August 10, 2020 in Atlanta, Georgia. Recently a high school in Georgia had to switch back to virtual learning after 9 people tested positive for the coronavirus when the school opened for regular in-person classes. (Photo by Elijah Nouvelage/Getty Images)

ATLANTA, GA (CW69 News at 10)

PRESS RELEASE:

READ MORE: Wife Of Fallen Deputy Magli: "I’m Not Ready. Eleven Years Was Not Long Enough."

Atlanta, GA – On November 13, 2020, Governor Brian P. Kemp signed Executive Order 11.13.20.01, renewing current COVID-19 restrictions through November 30, 2020. The Order takes effect on November 16, 2020 at 12:00 AM.

READ MORE: Third Stimulus Check: When Could You Get Another Economic Relief Payment?

“As COVID-19 case numbers and hospitalizations rise across the country, Dr. Toomey and I are asking Georgians to remain vigilant in our fight against COVID-19,” said Governor Kemp. “The state has deployed over 300,000 rapid tests to communities across our state, stockpiled a sixty-day supply of PPE, and worked with hospitals and nursing homes to provide the medical staff needed to treat COVID-19 patients. While we are prepared for any scenario, it is vital that Georgians do not grow complacent.

MORE NEWS: 8 Georgia Cities Among The Worst At Money Management

“Continue to wash your hands, wear a mask, watch your distance, follow public health guidance, and get a flu shot. By taking these simple steps, we will protect lives – and livelihoods.”