Coronavirus (COVID-19) Update for the Emerald Coast of Florida and Alabama
In response to growing concerns of those traveling to areas covered by EmeraldCoastByOwner.com, we are attempting to share the most recent information about coronavirus closures and safety precautions.
Baldwin County, AL:
(Gulf Shores, Orange Beach)
Baldwin County Beaches are CLOSED until April 6, 2020
Gatherings of 10 or more person are prohibited
Bars and nightclubs are closed until April 17th
Restaurants are pick or delivery only until April 17th
No official shelter in place order enacted but voluntary compliance requested.
Local Health Department website: https://www.facebook.com/BaldwinCountyCommission
Baldwin County: https://baldwincountyal.gov/home
State of Florida:
3/27/2020 - Governor DeSantis has issued an order that cancels all vacation rentals for the next two weeks. Vacationers already here are to finish up their stay and go home.
3/27/2020 - Governor DeSantis has added Louisiana to the list of states whose residents are encouraged to not enter the state of Florida. A few days ago, the governor required travelers from New York and surrounding areas to self-quarantine for two weeks and report anyone they may have had contact since entering Florida. Today, DeSantis added Louisiana to that list of states. He also stated there will be checkpoints in place to help enforce the measure.
As of March 17, all Florida bars and nightclubs will be closed for 30 days and restaurants will be restricted to carry out, delivery and half-capacity seating. Most restaurants are staying open to service the public, requesting patience from patrons in dealing with social distancing measures and other inconveniences. Many food delivery services are offering special discounts to help the effort.
Walmart is operating 6:00AM to 11:00PM until further notice.
Most Grocery stores are operating 6:00AM to 9:00PM until further notice.
Florida State Parks: CLOSED.
Florida Department of Health website: www.FloridaHealth.gov/COVID-19
Escambia County, FL:
(Pensacola Beach, Perdido Key)
Pensacola Beach and Perdido Key Beaches are CLOSED through April 2, 2020.
Escambia County: https://myescambia.com/
Santa Rosa County, FL:
(Gulf Breeze, Navarre Beach)
Santa Rosa County beaches are CLOSED. Navarre Beach and the Navarre Beach Fishing Pier are also CLOSED.
Santa Rosa County: https://www.santarosa.fl.gov/
Okaloosa County, FL:
