As California recorded more than 13,000 coronavirus cases Monday, Gov. Gavin Newsom said the healthcare system could quickly be overwhelmed if the spread continues at the current rate.
Now, Gov. Newsom may even enact a statewide curfew to curb the number of cases. At Monday's news conference, the governor said his staff was evaluating the possibility of doing so, but did not commit to the idea. He added that he was reviewing studies done on how effective curfews have been in other parts of the country and around the world as the coronavirus pandemic has taken place.
Because of the recent surge in cases, 41 of California’s 58 counties were put back in the purple tear of restrictions - shuttering gyms, movie theaters, places of worship and indoor dining in most locations.
In fact, San Mateo is now the only county to offer indoor meals beginning Tuesday.
"I support the state taking significant action given the alarming rate of increases in COVID throughout the state," said Dave Pine, who is on the San Mateo County Board of Supervisors.
Pine said he realizes that the new order spells doom for many business owners.
"The stress on our restaurants and so many of our retail establishments is very real," Pine said.
Marin and San Francisco counties joined San Mateo County in the red tier.
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