DALLAS/FORT WORTH (WBAP/KLIF)- Local governments across the metroplex are implementing more restrictions to prevent the spread of Coronavirus.
Collin County Judge Chris Hill said the region is so connected that it’s important to be aware of what each county is doing to stop the spread.
“Collin County citizens who work in Tarrant, Dallas or Denton Counties must abide by the orders in those jurisdictions,” he said.
Stay at home orders are issued for Tarrant, Dallas, and Denton counties but essential business and activities are exempt. However, you must follow CDC guidelines and stay 6 feet apart and limit gatherings to no more than 10 people while out at grocery stores or at work. Restaurants are still offering to-go, drive-thru of takeout. Collin County residents are asked to stay home if they show symptoms of the virus or live with someone who’s infected.
“All social events must stop. That alone will have the biggest impact on our county. Community spread is here in Denton County and we know it will continue for awhile,” said Denton County Judge Andy Eads.
As of now, there are almost 40 confirmed cases in Denton County, including 6 at a state-run facility in Denton that houses people with developmental disabilities.
Denton Mayor Chris Watts says they’re anticipating more cases. “We are concerned for all the residents and employees at this facility, that we are going to be asking assistance from the state government because our hospitals here cannot handle the overflow that could presumably come from a wide-spread infection out of that facility,” said Watts.
Watts said they will send a letter to Governor Greg Abbott requesting help and resources to test all residents and contain the spread of COVID-19.
“We are going to expand that testing as soon as we get the supplies and are able to deploy some clinical staff to assist with them,” said Denton County Health Dr. Matt Richardson.
In the entire DFW Metroplex, there are more than 300 COVID-19 cases and 7 deaths.
