LAS VEGAS, NV (KXNT) - Friday night, Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak ordered all "non-essential" businesses to close for in an effort to stop the spread of the coronavirus (COVID-19).
That's led many to wonder what falls under the umbrella of "essential" vs. "non-essential". Here's the breakdown:
ESSENTIAL BUSINESS
Health care facilities/operations
Law enforcement agencies
Supermarkets and grocery stores
Pharmacies
Convenience stores and discount stores
Gas stations
Garbage collection companies
Daycare facilities
Auto-mechanic shops
Banks
Laundromats
Post Office/ FedEx/ UPS
Fire Department
Veterinary Hospitals
Big-Box stores
NON-ESSENTIAL BUSINESSES
Casinos
Theaters
Gyms and Rec Centers
Shopping malls
Bars and clubs
Some restaurants (those that can serve "take-out style" can remain open)
Hair Salons and Spas
Bowling Alleys
Skating Rinks
Sporting Arenas
Concert Venues
Museums
Non-essential businesses that defy the governor's order can be repeatedly fined, and might even lose their business license. The closure of non-essential businesses is to last until April 16th.
Governor Sisolak reminded residents that if the see a non-compliant business, call the non-emergency 311 number, not 911. That number is to be used for emergency purposes only