Gov Kemp eases Georgia's virus restrictions as officials worry about 'fourth surge'
Gov. Brian Kemp outlined a plan Wednesday to start rolling back many of Georgia’s remaining coronavirus restrictions next week, even as President Joe Biden and federal health experts warn of a potential “fourth surge” of the pandemic if Americans let down their guard.
The governor signed an executive order starting April 8 that ends a ban on large gatherings, eliminates shelter-in-place requirements and pared down a lengthy list of safety guidelines that businesses such as bars, retail stores and entertainment venues are supposed to follow. Other parts of the order reduce distancing requirements at businesses and restrict authorities from shutting down organizations that fail to comply.
The timing comes amid sharpening concerns that new, more worrisome variants of the disease could take hold despite a growing inoculation campaign. Dr. Rochelle Walensky, head of the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, spoke of “impending doom” if Americans don’t remain vigilant.
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