LOS ANGELES⁠ — Californians have been told to stay at home as much as possible due to the coronavirus pandemic, following a news conference Thursday evening with Los Angeles County officials and another with Governor Gavin Newsom.

A "Safer at Home" order was issued for Los Angeles County residents, starting at midnight Friday. A "Stay at Home" order was issued statewide immediately following the county announcement.

People are asked to remain at home and limit nonessential movement until April 19 with the possibility of an extension.

The Los Angeles County order was announced by County Supervisor Kathryn Barger, Los Angeles City Mayor Eric Garcetti, Department of Public Health Director Dr. Barbara Ferrer, Long Beach Mayor Robert Garcia, and Pasadena Mayor Terry Tornek.

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County and state officials said this is to help flatten the curve, slow the spread of COVID-19, and encourage social distancing.

Those who will continue to work include health care, government, and food industry employees, according to county officials.

The City of Los Angeles listed do's and don'ts regarding the "Safer at Home" order.

WHAT YOU CAN DO

  • Go to the grocery store
  • Go to the pharmacy to pick up medications and other healthcare necessities
  • Go to medical appointments (check with your doctor or provider first)
  • Take a walk, ride your bike, and be in nature for exercise — just keep at least six feet between you and others in the community
  • Walk your pets and take them to the veterinarian if necessary
  • Help someone to get necessary supplies

WHAT YOU SHOULD NOT DO

  • Go to work unless you are providing essential services as defined by this Order
  • Visit friends and family if there is no urgent need
  • Maintain less than 6 feet of distance from others when you go out, as possible
  • Travel to or from a job outside the City, unless to perform essential activities
  • Travel to or from a vacation home outside the City
  • Visit loved ones in the hospital, nursing home, skilled nursing facility, or other residential care facility

For more information on the orders, visit corona-virus.la and covid19.ca.gov.