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COVID-19: Third week begins with new restrictions
A sign on Savannah Road at the entrance to Lewes alerts out-of-state visitors that a 14-day mandatory quarantine is in place. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
March 30, 2020
To start Week 3, on top of existing restrictions – such as school, nonessential businesses and beach closures – Gov. John Carney added another restriction to the ongoing State of Emergency. All out-of-state residents in Delaware, who are not just passing through, must immediately self-quarantine for 14 days from the time of entry into the state or for the duration of their stay. Those visitors must stay in their homes, hotels or rental units. Law enforcement has the authority to make traffic stops of vehicles registered in other states to enforce the order.
A sign of optimism has been placed along Savannah Road at Auto Gallery in Lewes. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
Beebe Healthcare staff read signs of gratitude as they come and go to work. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
As of 8 p.m. April 2, new restrictions on the number of people permitted in stores goes into effect. In addition, stores must clearly mark social distancing spots at checkouts. Walmart in Rehoboth has established a single entrance with an area for social distancing. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
Businesses are finding new ways to reach out and serve their customers and limit interaction as much as possible. At Old World Breads near Lewes, customers wait outside to place their orders. RON MACARTHUR
A resident along Wilkins Road near Milford thanks hospital workers on the front line of the COVID-19 crisis. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
While dog walking and exercising is allowed on Lewes Beach, it’s prohibited on Rehoboth Beach. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
The Cape Henlopen meals on wheels program continues to provide bag lunches at its many stops throughout the area. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
Like towns and cities across the country, Milton residents stand together during the COVID-19 pandemic. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
Exercise, with social distancing, is encouraged at state parks. So far, Cape Henlopen State Park trails are open. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
Park staff have added a plastic mesh fence around the Cape Henlopen State Park playground. The park is open but the beach, playground and campgrounds are closed. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
With the busy season fast approaching, all state parks campgrounds, including those at Cape Henlopen State Park, are closed. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
Signs placed by the Delaware Department of Health and Social Services show that beach access is restricted along Lewes Beach. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
Although beaches are closed, walking dogs and exercising are allowed on Lewes Beach. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
Footprints left behind at low tide show that people are accessing Lewes Beach. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
Drawn in chalk, people appreciate the staff at Beebe Healthcare. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
Signs of appreciation are starting to appear around Beebe Healthcare in Lewes. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
With restrictions in place for visitors, emergency room patients are directed to another entrance at Beebe Healthcare in Lewes. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
While many Cape Region restaurants are struggling with ways to provide takeouts and deliveries, fast-food restaurants are doing brisk business, especially during lunchtime. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
More and more people in the area, such as this construction worker, are starting to wear protective masks out in public. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
The Milton Theatre offers some humor during a serious time. NICK ROTH PHOTO
The Milton Theatre can’t wait to return to normal. NICK ROTH PHOTO
Goshen United Methodist Church asks everyone to wash their hands. NICK ROTH PHOTO
Sign such as this one can be found on every store falling in the nonessential category, including most retail stores and shops. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
Many restaurants have changed over to carryout and delivery in an effort to maintain some business. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
A Milton Theatre sign expresses the sentiments of many local businesses in the Cape Region. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
While Dogfish Head retail and restaurant establishments are closed, the company has been producing hand sanitizer and providing funds to the Restaurant Emergency Action Trust. RON MACARTHUR PHOTO
