Special Report
Every State's Rules for COVID-19 Social Distancing
April 10, 2020 7:35 pm
Last Updated: April 11, 2020 9:04 am
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Colorado
> Confirmed COVID-19 rate as of Apr. 9: 108.9 per 100,000 — 12th highest (Total: 6,202)
> COVID-19 related deaths as of Apr. 9: 227
> Days between first case (3/5/2020) and statewide stay-at-home effective date (3/26/2020): 21
> Daily average growth rate since first COVID-19 case on 3/5/2020: 25.8% for 35 days
No gatherings of 10 or more people are allowed. Visits to nursing facilities, assisted living residences, and intermediate care facilities are limited at least until April 26. Bars, restaurants, theaters, gymnasiums, and casinos are closed through April 30. A failure to comply may result in a fine or jail.
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Connecticut
> Confirmed COVID-19 rate as of Apr. 9: 273.9 per 100,000 — 5th highest (Total: 9,784)
> COVID-19 related deaths as of Apr. 9: 380
> Days between first case (3/8/2020) and statewide stay-at-home effective date (3/23/2020): 15
> Daily average growth rate since first COVID-19 case on 3/8/2020: 33.3% for 32 days
Grocery stores operate at half capacity. “Safe stores” guidelines are mandated with every other register line being out of service. A 6-foot minimum distance is required outdoors. Parking capacity is limited at certain parks, and walk-ins are banned to limit the number of visitors.
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Delaware
> Confirmed COVID-19 rate as of Apr. 9: 125.0 per 100,000 — 11th highest (Total: 1,209)
> COVID-19 related deaths as of Apr. 9: 23
> Days between first case (3/11/2020) and statewide stay-at-home effective date (3/24/2020): 13
> Daily average growth rate since first COVID-19 case on 3/11/2020: 27.7% for 29 days
The stay-at-home order requires that people remain in their homes and avoid going out in public unless they are engaged in an “essential activity” or “essential travel” at least until May 15. When out, people must maintain at least a 6-foot distance from people not living with them.
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Florida
> Confirmed COVID-19 rate as of Apr. 9: 79.0 per 100,000 — 18th highest (Total: 16,819)
> COVID-19 related deaths as of Apr. 9: 370
> Days between first case (3/1/2020) and statewide stay-at-home effective date (4/3/2020): 33
> Daily average growth rate since first COVID-19 case on 3/1/2020: 26.1% for 39 days
Social distancing guidelines are in place at least until mid-May. A stay-at-home order is in effect. Delivery or takeout services only are allowed; gyms are closed. Alcohol must be sold or delivered in sealed containers. No gatherings of more than 10 people are allowed.
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Georgia
> Confirmed COVID-19 rate as of Apr. 9: 103.5 per 100,000 — 13th highest (Total: 10,885)
> COVID-19 related deaths as of Apr. 9: 412
> Days between first case (3/2/2020) and statewide stay-at-home effective date (4/3/2020): 32
> Daily average growth rate since first COVID-19 case on 3/2/2020: 25.4% for 38 days
A shelter in place order is in effect at least until April 13. People can only go out to get essential supplies or go to the doctor, but they must maintain 6-foot distance. Child care facilities are open but take no more than 10 people, including children and educators. Some beaches and parks are closed.
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