OKLAHOMA CITY - In what he is calling a “Safer At Home” order, Governor Kevin Stitt increased restrictions on Oklahomans this afternoon in a news conference.
Stitt has now banned gatherings of ten or more, and issued a 14-day suspension of all elective surgeries and non-emergency dental procedures. In addition, he has suspended visitation at all nursing home and long term care facilities.
In 19 counties that have been affected by confirmed cases of the COVID-19 virus:
- All non-essential businesses must close by 11:59 p.m. Wednesday and stay that way for a period of 21 days
- Businesses with close contact/personal touch must close, such as hair salons, gyms, massage, tattoo, etc.
- Restaurants are encouraged to remain open while offering curbside/delivery
