RALEIGH, N.C. (WBTV) – Gov. Roy Cooper extended North Carolina’s Stay at Home order through May 8, announcing a gradual three-step phase. Cooper made the announcement during a press conference Thursday, as many residents waited to hear when businesses across the state might be reopening.
“Our state is not ready to lift restrictions yet,” Cooper said, “We need more time.”
Restrictions will be loosened under the Stay at Home order extension, but mass gatherings will still be limited to 10 people or less.
PHASE 1: Parks can reopen, outdoor exercise is encouraged, and face masks are still recommended when social distancing is not possible.
PHASE 2: “Here, the Stay at Home order will be lifted,” Cooper said, but the most vulnerable population will be encouraged to stay home. The mass gathering number of 10 will be increased and bars and restaurants can begin to reopen.
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