Raimondo’s Catch Phrase “Knock It Off” Having Little Impact – Widespread Violation of Order
Monday, April 06, 2020
Governor Gina Raimondo has issued multiple orders limiting gatherings and the City of Providence has ordered restrictions in the parks, but residents were out en masse violating the orders on Sunday.
People could be seen at Providence recreation areas playing soccer and basketball at multiple facilities across the city.GET THE LATEST BREAKING NEWS HERE -- SIGN UP FOR GOLOCAL FREE DAILY EBLAST
Raimondo has repeatedly told Rhode Islanders who violate social distancing restrictions to "knock it off."
"As residents continue to use parks and green spaces across the city during this time, they are encouraged to follow the 5-person limit on all gatherings, social distance at least 6 feet apart and visit parks within their neighborhood," said the Providence Mayor Jorge Elorza's office.
Councilman Michael Correia posted Sunday, "Just took a ride through the city, shocked at what I’ve seen. It’s up to all of us to slow the spread of COVID-19. You should not be playing soccer, basketball etc. Stay home...."
In one photo, more than a dozen individuals were playing soccer at one Providence field.
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