Governor Murphy Extends Public Health Emergency In New Jersey
Governor Phil Murphy signed Executive Order No. 186 on Friday, September 25 extending the Public Health Emergency in New Jersey.
This was originally declared on March 9, 2020, through Executive Order No. 103, and was previously extended on April 7, May 6, June 4, July 2, August 1, and August 27.
“As we enter the Fall season, it is important to continue to take all steps necessary to save lives and stop the spread of COVID-19 in our state,” said Governor Murphy. “Maintaining our access to all resources available is critical, and an extension of the public health emergency will allow us to continue making progress against this virus.”
I’ve extended the public health emergency in our state for an additional 30 days.
— Governor Phil Murphy (@GovMurphy) September 25, 2020
These declarations, unless extended, expire after 30 days.
This means we continue to be vigilant and prepared, and ready to act should there be a new outbreak.
Sadly, we must report seven additional #COVID19 deaths, bringing our statewide total of confirmed deaths to 14,306.
— Governor Phil Murphy (@GovMurphy) September 25, 2020
The newly reported deaths all occurred between September 14th and September 23rd.
The number of probable deaths remains 1,791. pic.twitter.com/s5e7lyuk30
