Governor Issues "Stay At Home" Order

Governor Tony Evers announced on Twitter Monday he will be issuing a "stay at home" order Tuesday, closing all non-essential businesses. "I know this has been difficult and has disrupted the lives of people across our state," said Evers, tweeting at 9:34 a.m. "That’s why issuing a #SaferAtHome order isn’t something I thought we’d have to do, and it’s not something I take lightly. But here’s the bottom line: folks need to start taking this seriously."

Only workers providing essential services will be allowed to travel to work. Evers explained, "That includes folks like healthcare professionals, grocers, family caregivers, among other people whose work is critical for folks across our state."

He also advised, again, Wisconsin residents to stay six feet away from each other if they must go outside.

Evers announcement ended with, "There will be additional details soon about what this order means for you, but I wanted to give everyone the opportunity to prepare and plan ahead so you can help do your part to keep our friends, neighbors, and communities safe."