Summer-like weather across much of California drove large crowds to the beaches Saturday despite a statewide stay-at-home order intended to curb the spread of coronavirus.
In nearby Huntington Beach, where
recently against California's stay-at-home order, hundreds of people crammed onto the sand. Some wore masks but social distancing was less apparent.NBC Nightly News"People enjoy the beach in Huntington Beach, California, on Saturday during the coronavirus pandemic and a heat wave.Los Angeles Mayor Eric Garcetti implored residents to stay home despite the spring heat wave that drove temperatures in some areas to near 100 degrees midweek.
“There is a direct correlation between what you do this weekend and how long this will take and how many lives we will lose," he said Friday."If you stay home this weekend, our case numbers will drop, and we will stop the spread of this virus." Los Angeles Police Department Chief Michel Moore thanked residents in a tweet for choosing to follow the county's directive and keeping beaches clear.
My compliments to our community for staying away from the beaches in LA. From Malibu, Santa Monica, Venice, to Dockweiler - All Clear!! Safer at Home will get us there sooner.
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