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During a Saturday afternoon press conference, Pennsylvania Secretary of Health, Dr. Rachel Levine answered questions, several of which were posed by News Talk 104.1.
The following answers were provided by a spokesperson from the Pennsylvania Department of Health:
Why are auto dealers and real estate agents not allowed to conduct business if they follow the CDC guidelines?
“The Governor’s orders are vital to protecting public health, including letting life-sustaining businesses to remain open. It is essential that we protect all Pennsylvanians from the spread of COVID-19.”
Where does PA fall on the White House Task Force’s plan to re-open?
“As Governor Wolf outlined yesterday, the plan to reopen Pennsylvania will be based on the best available data and science.”
On background, here is the response to News Talk 104.1 by Governor Wolf on April 14, 2020:
Question: There are online posts discussing 10,000 people in vehicles descending on Harrisburg on Monday, if they remain in vehicles are they at any greater risk than normal rush hour traffic?
Secretary of Health, Dr. Rachel Levine Answer from April 16, 2020:
Question: Will people be cited for not wearing masks? Does the mask order contradict the previous order preserving PPE for front line health care workers?
“They will not be cited, but we are confident that Pennsylvanians will do the right thing to protect their health and the health of their communities.”
News Talk 104.1 & 1600 WEJS continues to be at the forefront of keeping Lycoming County citizens informed during the COVID-19 pandemic.
