Yesterday, Governor Greg Abbott announced a series of Executive Orders relating to COVID-19 preparedness and mitigation. The four orders serve to limit public gatherings and help reduce exposure for people across the state. These orders are in accordance with federal guidelines issued by the President and the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), and will aid in the state’s efforts to stop the spread of COVID-19.
Today, Austin County Judge, Tim Lapham made an address to the county concerning the Coronavirus (COVID 19) and signed a Declaration of Local Disaster for Public Health Emergency. The following video is his address: