Coronavirus positives in Bradenton and Hillsborough Counties (Sarasota, North Port: 2014, daycare)

[wondermint2]

Do you think Florida should close it's bars and restaurants as New York has done? If it happens it would be an economic disaster for this area (especially during the height of snowbird season). On the other hand - there are many seniors in this area that are more at risk to coronavirus. And with restaurants remaining open the spread of the virus will likely continue..

Coronavirus Florida: Could state close bars and restaurants?
https://www.heraldtribune.com/news/2...nd-restaurants

** Gov. Ron DeSantis said he is waiting for guidance from CDC on what restrictions to place on bars and restaurants to limit the spread of coronavirus and COVID-19.

At least eight states, big cities such as Los Angeles and New York and a number of countries have now closed bars and restaurants to try to contain the spread of coronavirus, raising the question of whether Florida will follow in their footsteps. **

[sarasotalaw52]

Yes and probably very shortly (24-48) hours.

[joshan]

People > Money

[wondermint2]

I live right next door a small plaza with 2 restaurants. Judging by the amount of cars in their parking lot - I'd say that currently their business is only down a small amount - and seems to be holding up fairly well. Which is kind of surprising to me. But yes safety comes first. I read that Florida could try and keep restaurants open - but instill various safety measures. Such as operating at only 50% capacity, distance from tables, etc.

[Sunshine Rules]

Sweet Tomatoes restaurants are closing nationally until further notice, which includes the one at University Parkway and the one in Sarasota.

I would not be surprised if other chain restaurants soon follow.

[wondermint2]

Well today Trump has issued "guidelines" that he wants/hopes people will follow for the next fifteen days. He urged people to stay away from restaurants/bars. However in spite of this - right now the parking lot in the restaurant across the street from me is nearly packed! Looks like maybe they're hosting a party. Unfortunately unless these guidelines become "mandatory" - I doubt they will have the desired effect in this area.....

'This is a very bad one': Trump issues new guidelines to stem coronavirus spread
The president recommended avoiding gatherings of more than 10 people and also urged Americans to avoid eating and drinking at bars and restaurants.
https://www.politico.com/news/2020/0...-people-132323

“We have an invisible enemy,” the president said at a news conference, where he released guidelines that called for people to avoid gathering in groups of more than 10 people and to steer clear of eating and drinking at bars, restaurants and food courts.

[bbronston]

The goal is to “flatten the curve” to avoid overwhelming the healthcare system. If you haven’t already seen it, this is a great explanation.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/graph...ona-simulator/

[wondermint2]

Originally Posted by bbronston

The goal is to “flatten the curve” to avoid overwhelming the healthcare system. If you haven’t already seen it, this is a great explanation.

https://www.washingtonpost.com/graph...ona-simulator/

So do you think these "guidelines" Trump announced today will have much effect in this area if they're not made "manadatory"? I dunno this might seem cynical but from what I've seen a lot of snowbirds are not willing to curb their dining activities and a lot of restaurants not wanting to forego $$$ profits.....

[bbronston]

Originally Posted by wondermint2

So do you think these "guidelines" Trump announced today will have much effect in this area if they're not made "manadatory"? I dunno this might seem cynical but from what I've seen a lot of snowbirds are not willing to curb their dining activities and a lot of restaurants not wanting to forego $$$ profits.....

I don’t know what is right in this case. Statistically viewed, mandatory lockdowns by the federal authority seems like over kill but, OTOH, articles like the one I posted, clearly demonstrate the need for overkill now rather than catch-up later. I think the guidelines are really intended to give the states political cover for doing what’s right while preserving state sovereignty. To answer your question, though, I don’t trust that all people will view the seriousness of a highly contagious virus appropriately. If what we’ve been told is accurate, these reckless people endanger all of us, as they always do.

[beach43ofus]

I know as fact, that a person who had been told to quarrantine themselves for 14 days (after returning from a cruise) did not.

This person was seen at a community swimming pool just days after returning from the cruise.

Some people will not do the right thing.