Interesting comments in here. Masks may be a problem in the heat.
Disney Springs Begins Phased Reopening on May 20
Disney Springs Begins Phased Reopening on May 20
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Governor announces additional phase 1 measures to re-open Florida’s economy
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Friday additional “phase one” measures to reopen Florida’s economy, with the moves including allowing more people to be seated in restaurants and allowing gyms to operate.
Under the full phase one, restaurants will be able to operate at 50% capacity, retail shops, museums and libraries will also be able to operate at 50% capacity.
Gyms can operate beginning on Monday
The new phase one measures are effective beginning on Monday.
Source: WESH app
Gov. Ron DeSantis announced Friday additional “phase one” measures to reopen Florida’s economy, with the moves including allowing more people to be seated in restaurants and allowing gyms to operate.
Under the full phase one, restaurants will be able to operate at 50% capacity, retail shops, museums and libraries will also be able to operate at 50% capacity.
Gyms can operate beginning on Monday
The new phase one measures are effective beginning on Monday.
Source: WESH app
Steph8angels
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SMH and snicker with a side eye.
https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.miamiherald.com/news/coronavirus/article242736161.html
In a newsletter to members, the Florida Chamber of Commerce Thursday morning alluded to an upcoming Phase 2 reopening of the state to begin Monday, May 18.
But at a press conference announcing the initial reopening of Miami-Dade and Broward counties, Gov. Ron DeSantis said he and one of the state’s largest business associations are not working in concert.
“I don’t know what the Florida Chamber is saying,” he said early Thursday afternoon in Doral. “I go by the beat of my own drum. I’m not singing their tune or anyone else’s tune.”
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https://www.google.com/amp/s/amp.miamiherald.com/news/coronavirus/article242736161.html
In a newsletter to members, the Florida Chamber of Commerce Thursday morning alluded to an upcoming Phase 2 reopening of the state to begin Monday, May 18.
But at a press conference announcing the initial reopening of Miami-Dade and Broward counties, Gov. Ron DeSantis said he and one of the state’s largest business associations are not working in concert.
“I don’t know what the Florida Chamber is saying,” he said early Thursday afternoon in Doral. “I go by the beat of my own drum. I’m not singing their tune or anyone else’s tune.”
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People need to stop whining and taking personal offense at doing the right thing for the common good. If they don’t want to wear a mask, don’t visit. If they plan to be there long enough for their mask to get sweaty, they can bring a few dry ones with them. Personal responsibility is the name of the game. Otherwise, stay home.
LOL Steph...more than just a snicker with a side eye!
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Hey, we drove 2 hours the other day to go to Sonic, and half the menu wasn't even available. It was just good to go for a drive and pretend everything was normal.
My husband has been obsessive about the news. And the news drives me insane. So, six hours away from news was fantastic.
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‘Double whammy’: Miami-Dade overhauls hurricane shelter plans to reduce coronavirus risk
This hurricane season, which officially starts June 1, is already unlike any other. And not because it could be off to an early start this weekend.
For the first time, leaders have to figure out how to keep people safe from a potentially life-threatening hurricane rampaging outside, and a highly contagious and lethal disease spreading inside.
Miami-Dade’s plan? More shelters, more space and COVID-19 testing at the door.
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“A disaster is already difficult to manage, but during a pandemic, it’s going to be exponentially harder, which is why we need to be prepared,” she said.
Getting people to evacuate before a hurricane is already tricky business. Now, a call to leave would go against months of messaging from the highest levels of government to stay home.
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“We will not turn people away. They will not be turned away,” he said.
But there will be changes. For one, Rollason said the county is expanding its potential shelters to 82, up from the 20 available in 2017 for Hurricane Irma. That includes an additional special needs shelter, bringing that total up to five.
Since the school year is pretty much over already, Rollason said staffers are already disinfecting and clearing furniture out of classrooms to make more room for potential evacuees. Instead of giving each person 20 square feet of space inside the shelter, they’re increasing it to 36 square feet.
“We have to face the reality that if we have a Dorian looming upon us, we’re going to have to occupy these facilities and it’s going to be tight,” he said.
Another option to alleviate the crowds — hotels. Rollason said the county is in talks with hotels in the north and west parts of the county to pre-arrange evacuation spots. But arranging a similar process for the region’s homeless population has been time-consuming.
Read more here: https://www.miamiherald.com/news/weather/hurricane/article242758216.html#storylink=cpy
Discuss 2020 Hurricane season here: 2020 Hurricane Season Starting Early, "High Activity" Expected This Year
This hurricane season, which officially starts June 1, is already unlike any other. And not because it could be off to an early start this weekend.
For the first time, leaders have to figure out how to keep people safe from a potentially life-threatening hurricane rampaging outside, and a highly contagious and lethal disease spreading inside.
Miami-Dade’s plan? More shelters, more space and COVID-19 testing at the door.
[...]
“A disaster is already difficult to manage, but during a pandemic, it’s going to be exponentially harder, which is why we need to be prepared,” she said.
Getting people to evacuate before a hurricane is already tricky business. Now, a call to leave would go against months of messaging from the highest levels of government to stay home.
[...]
“We will not turn people away. They will not be turned away,” he said.
But there will be changes. For one, Rollason said the county is expanding its potential shelters to 82, up from the 20 available in 2017 for Hurricane Irma. That includes an additional special needs shelter, bringing that total up to five.
Since the school year is pretty much over already, Rollason said staffers are already disinfecting and clearing furniture out of classrooms to make more room for potential evacuees. Instead of giving each person 20 square feet of space inside the shelter, they’re increasing it to 36 square feet.
“We have to face the reality that if we have a Dorian looming upon us, we’re going to have to occupy these facilities and it’s going to be tight,” he said.
Another option to alleviate the crowds — hotels. Rollason said the county is in talks with hotels in the north and west parts of the county to pre-arrange evacuation spots. But arranging a similar process for the region’s homeless population has been time-consuming.
Read more here: https://www.miamiherald.com/news/weather/hurricane/article242758216.html#storylink=cpy
Discuss 2020 Hurricane season here: 2020 Hurricane Season Starting Early, "High Activity" Expected This Year
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I think you made the right decision in getting the vaccine. I've known two people who had shingles and then got something worse - Postherpetic neuralgia.
When I was a child one of my neighbors suffered with it for about a year. Fortunately she did recover. In 2013 the mother of a good friend of mine came down with shingles while caring for her terminally ill husband. The doctor thought stress caused her shingles.
The pain remained after the blisters disappeared. She was tormented day and night for the last three years of her life. Pain killers didn't help. Even opioids didn't work. She died at age 82 from a heart attack.
I took her to the doctor many times when her daughter couldn't take time off from work, so I got to see this foul disease wear her down.
I do believe you made a wise decision.
Last night we celebrated the graduating seniors from our high school. The graduates decorated their cars and paraded and honked through our neighborhood as we clapped and cheered them on (socially distanced outside). They all seemed to really appreciate the attention and seemed so happy.
Such a weird time to be graduating without the usual traditions. Glad we were able to do something to make them feel special.
Such a weird time to be graduating without the usual traditions. Glad we were able to do something to make them feel special.
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We live in an apartment, so propane and generators are out of the question.
Hopefully Tropical Store Arthur won't affect us too much. That is the one of a few things I won't miss once we move out of the state: Hurricanes.
Went to Publix early this morning, have discovered that early really is better, at least around here. Only a handful of people in the store so the 6-foot social distancing rule is a piece of cake. The two items of late to be a run on is avocados and chocolate. I don't care for avocados and my husband doesn't eat them. Then because I've been feeling sluggish due to workload I caved in and bought a package of Dunkin Donuts instant coffee mix. Original blend.
I clearly need to learn how to make it though....got a mouthful of coffee grains the first sip. :/
Hopefully Tropical Store Arthur won't affect us too much. That is the one of a few things I won't miss once we move out of the state: Hurricanes.
Went to Publix early this morning, have discovered that early really is better, at least around here. Only a handful of people in the store so the 6-foot social distancing rule is a piece of cake. The two items of late to be a run on is avocados and chocolate. I don't care for avocados and my husband doesn't eat them. Then because I've been feeling sluggish due to workload I caved in and bought a package of Dunkin Donuts instant coffee mix. Original blend.
I clearly need to learn how to make it though....got a mouthful of coffee grains the first sip. :/
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@MajorHoople everyone over 50 should get the vaccine. Shingles is one thing we can avoid.
Now, if only we can get a vaccine for the Coronavirus!
Now, if only we can get a vaccine for the Coronavirus!
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This is why I'm trying to figure out a way to get a generator in my budget. I am terrified to go to a shelter. A hurricane on top of my cancer on top of C-19 scares the crap outta me. I am not in a flood zone and my brother in law will help put the metal shutters up. I plan to sit tight thru a CAT 3. If it is a CAT 4+, I will head out. I have a relatives on the east coast of FL, a friend near Atlanta and a friend in the mountains of TN.
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Was it HOT outside today.
We left early to go hiking and never reached our destination due to the heat. All together we managed 6 miles total in 6 hours time - 3 hours being for break time. The sunlight did not help either as I'm presently dealing with sunburns slathered in real aloe (plant in our kitchen) and some blisters. We brought plenty of water - two 25 fl oz bottles - and food with high water content - watermelon and couple of oranges - it's a really good thing the preserve we went to had running water (it's where the water treatment plant for the county is). I clearly cannot be doing that sort of mileage on foot in the sunlight. So I'm off my feet for a day or so. :/
We left early to go hiking and never reached our destination due to the heat. All together we managed 6 miles total in 6 hours time - 3 hours being for break time. The sunlight did not help either as I'm presently dealing with sunburns slathered in real aloe (plant in our kitchen) and some blisters. We brought plenty of water - two 25 fl oz bottles - and food with high water content - watermelon and couple of oranges - it's a really good thing the preserve we went to had running water (it's where the water treatment plant for the county is). I clearly cannot be doing that sort of mileage on foot in the sunlight. So I'm off my feet for a day or so. :/
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https://www.miamiherald.com/news/coronavirus/article242792931.html
Must have casinos open! I have never understood gambling. Sure, it is fun to play Roulette or craps for a bit with friends. But the mind numbing, constant button pushing of slot machines...never really understood it.
Must have casinos open! I have never understood gambling. Sure, it is fun to play Roulette or craps for a bit with friends. But the mind numbing, constant button pushing of slot machines...never really understood it.
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This is not surprising at all.
As Florida re-opens, COVID-19 data chief gets sidelined and researchers cry foul
Late last Friday, the architect and manager of Florida's COVID-19 dashboard — praised by White House officials for its accessibility — announced that she had been removed from her post, causing outcry from independent researchers now worried about government censorship.
As Florida re-opens, COVID-19 data chief gets sidelined and researchers cry foul
Late last Friday, the architect and manager of Florida's COVID-19 dashboard — praised by White House officials for its accessibility — announced that she had been removed from her post, causing outcry from independent researchers now worried about government censorship.
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I see Tom is Settling in.......
Note these are not FDA approved...
Only T. Brady approved.
As coronavirus cases climb in Florida, Tom Brady is selling $45 'immunity' vitamins
This morning, while COVID-19 cases continue to grow in Florida and gyms reopen to the public, the new Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback and six-time Super Bowl champ announced he’s selling a non-FDA approved, homeopathic medley of vitamins that allegedly will “activate your immune system.
Appropriately called “Protect,” the vitamins essentially contain the same ingredients as a $12 pack of Emergency-C, but with more coronavirus-buzzworthy additions like elderberries and larch tree.
Of course, Protect is being co-released under Brady’s TB12 brand and nutrition start-up VitalFit, which his company acquired back in January.
“Tough workouts, long days, and too much stress can leave you—and your immune system — burnt out. Research shows that everyday stress can limit the production of white blood cells while high-intensity training can reduce levels of key antibodies — leaving your body susceptible to bacteria, viruses, and outside threats,” reads the TB12 website, which seems to be going out of it’s way to say everything excerpt “Hey, take these while working out during the coronavirus outbreak.”
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Note these are not FDA approved...
Only T. Brady approved.
As coronavirus cases climb in Florida, Tom Brady is selling $45 'immunity' vitamins
This morning, while COVID-19 cases continue to grow in Florida and gyms reopen to the public, the new Tampa Bay Buccaneers quarterback and six-time Super Bowl champ announced he’s selling a non-FDA approved, homeopathic medley of vitamins that allegedly will “activate your immune system.
Appropriately called “Protect,” the vitamins essentially contain the same ingredients as a $12 pack of Emergency-C, but with more coronavirus-buzzworthy additions like elderberries and larch tree.
Of course, Protect is being co-released under Brady’s TB12 brand and nutrition start-up VitalFit, which his company acquired back in January.
“Tough workouts, long days, and too much stress can leave you—and your immune system — burnt out. Research shows that everyday stress can limit the production of white blood cells while high-intensity training can reduce levels of key antibodies — leaving your body susceptible to bacteria, viruses, and outside threats,” reads the TB12 website, which seems to be going out of it’s way to say everything excerpt “Hey, take these while working out during the coronavirus outbreak.”
Stay Wise
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Stay safe
From your link...
"The worry is that Florida is open. And if that goes poorly, they don't want data available that shows it is in the process of going poorly. I don't know that that's true, but that is my worry."
For Larsen, if the politics of Governor Ron DeSantis' reopening Florida are at play, it's a no-win situation.
"The virus doesn't really give a damn if you hide its numbers."
I was just bringing these over from the main thread
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