COVID-19 – CIty of Boston Update 5-2-2020
LATEST UPDATES:
- Governor Baker has ordered all Massachusetts residents to wear a mask in public places when it is not possible to maintain proper social distance. The order goes into effect on May 6.
- A Public Health Advisory for everyone in Boston, except essential workers, to stay at home from 9 p.m. to 6 a.m. each day has been extended until May 18.
- Governor Baker extended the state’s limit on gatherings and the closure of non-essential businesses until May 18. A stay-at-home advisory remains in effect.
WHAT YOU NEED TO KNOW:
- K-12 schools in Massachusetts and non-emergency childcare programs are closed through the end of the school year. We have free breakfast and lunch sites across the City for youth and teens.
- Strict measures are in place for social and physical distancing for Boston residents.
- City parks with recreational sports areas are closed, along with playgrounds and tot lots. Parks remain open for passive use.
- City Hall will only be open to the public on Tuesdays and Fridays, from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. If you need to visit City Hall for essential services, you must make an appointment.
- All Boston Public Library locations and Boston Centers for Youth & Families pools, gyms, and fitness centers are closed.
- The City has suspended all regular activity at construction sites
- The MBTA has reduced its services.
For more recent City of Boston updates, view our COVID-19 timeline.
COVID-19 CASES: BY THE NUMBERS
BOSTON: 9,590 CONFIRMED CASES (2,201 RECOVERED AND 410 DEATHS)
Updated as of Friday, May 1
MASSACHUSETTS: 64,311 CONFIRMED CASES
Updated as of Friday, May 1
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