Effective immediately, TriCounty Health has announced that gatherings of more than 10 individuals are now prohibited. This is an order by the state of Utah to prevent and slow the spread of COVID-19. The prohibition of gatherings does not apply to grocery stores though all are asked to only make trips for food and essentials as necessary. TriCounty Health asks the public to use discretion when visiting parks or other public gathering places. The state’s order issued on Tuesday also states that all individuals should refrain from visiting nursing care and assisted living facilities and retirement homes except to provide critical assistance. Individuals over age 60 and those who are immunocompromised should avoid contact with other individuals and all individuals should avoid discretionary travel and social visits. All businesses are also ordered to implement social distancing of at least 6 feet between individuals in communal areas of the establishment. Management is asked to screen employees daily for symptoms consistent with COVID-19. The March 17th order states that it is to remain in effect through April 1st, unless further extended.
