Wednesday, November 11:
Gov. Ned Lamont answered questions from the media where he said today's positivity rate is at 4.76 percent.
COVID-19 Cases (confirmed and probable): 84,741 (+1,754 from yesterday)
Patients Currently Hospitalized with COVID-19
584 (+36 from yesterday)
COVID-19 Associated Deaths: 4,716 (+9 since yesterday)
Due to the increasing rate of COVID-19 in Connecticut, Governor Lamont has ordered the entire state to roll back to Phase 2.1 rules – a slightly modified version of the previously enacted Phase 2 rules – effective at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, November 6. A comparison of Phases 2, 2.1 and 3 rules can be found below.
Also effective at 12:01 a.m. on Friday, November 6th, the following business sectors will be subject to a 10:00 p.m. closing time 7 days per week.
- Restaurants (last service for in-person dining at 9:30 p.m., although takeout and delivery may continue)
- 24-hour diners may reopen for indoor dining for breakfast at 5:00 a.m.
- Entertainment and recreation venues (e.g. movie theaters, bowling alleys, performing arts theaters)
- Indoor and outdoor events at commercial venues
Employers are reminded to maximize telework to the extent possible, and those over 65 and with chronic conditions are urged to remain home as much as possible.
For a complete breakdown of rules and guidance CLICK HERE
WEEKLY CONNECTICUT TRAVEL ADVISORY UPDATE:
Added to impacted locations: Maine, New Hampshire
No states/territories removed this week If you're entering Connecticut from these locations, you need to quarantine 14 days.See full list HERE