Broward County, Florida late last month extended its re-opening guidelines during the novel coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
In recognizing COVID-19 remains a serious threat to public safety, the county stated that social distancing, facial covering and sanitation requirements remain in place for businesses that re-open and the individuals who patronize them.
Other highlights of the new order include:
- All beaches can open with limited hours (sunrise to sunset). Ocean activities such as surfing, swimming, kayaking, paddle boarding and body surfing are allowed; also walking, running and biking.
- Beaches are not yet opened for picnicking, sunbathing, sitting or lying on the beach. Group or organized sports (such as volleyball), umbrellas, canopies, chairs, loungers and coolers are also not yet allowed, and no group gatherings of more than 10 people.
Commercial gyms and fitness centers, including but not limited to dance, martial arts, yoga, spinning and personal training studios can open, with adherence to the guidelines.
Hotels, motels and commercial lodging establishments can open with adherence to guidelines. Staff is required to wear facial coverings and gloves for all customer-facing activities. Guests must wear facial coverings in all common areas.
County residents can also report guideline violations anonymously online at MyBroward.Broward.org or by calling the Broward County Call Center at 311 or 954-831-4000.
For the latest updates,visit FloridaHealth.gov, e-mail This email address is being protected from spambots. You need JavaScript enabled to view it. or call the COVID Call Center at 954-357-9500.
