Pinellas County Extends State of Local Emergency Through Nov. 13

PINELLAS COUNTY, Fla. – Pinellas County on Wednesday extended its State of Local Emergency for

COVID-19 through Nov. 13. The extension was issued by County Administrator Barry A. Burton by delegated authority from the Board of County Commissioners.

The extension keeps in effect a County ordinance requiring face coverings within public places and restaurants and bars to serve only patrons who are seated. Public health officials continue to closely monitor the 7-day rolling averages for new COVID-19 cases, percentage of positive tests, hospitalizations and hospital bed capacity.

The emergency declaration must be extended every seven days to remain in effect.

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