For the second time in a week, the number of newly diagnosed COVID-19 cases topped more than 3,000 in a single day, bringing the total number statewide to 115,032. There also were 47 new deaths on Monday, increasing the death toll to 4,219.
In the Bay Area, 263 new cases were diagnosed on Monday, and there were four reported deaths from the virus.
Butte County in Northern California, which had seen few infections and no deaths, reported its COVID-19 fatality. The victim was described as older than 65, and had multiple underlying health conditions.
Stay up to date with the virus’ spread with our Bay Area county-by-county map and our California-wide map.
Resources:
How to tell if you may have COVID-19
If you believe you have the virus, here’s what to do
How to get groceries without going to the supermarket
Here are tips for staying safe as you go to the grocery store
These Bay Area restaurants are offering delivery or takeout
If you are laid off or have hours cut in the crisis, here’s how to apply for state support
These Bay Area companies are hiring during the coronavirus crunch
Live updates:
As restrictions on businesses begin to ease, merchants and restaurant owners are starting to see new life in Old Town Los Gatos. — Laura Ness, 7:24 a.m.
Parking lots at 144 of California’s 280 state parks, beaches and historic sites have reopened after two months of closure, another sign that restrictions are being eased. Another indication of a slow return to normal is the reopening of several parks that were closed entirely, such as Big Basin Redwoods and Castle Rock in the Santa Cruz Mountains, have now reopened to visitors, with restrictions. — Paul Rogers, 6 a.m.
Although the Magic Kingdom remains locked up tight, Disneyland is looking toward a future reopening whenever the state moves in Phase 3 of Gov. Gavin Newsom’s plan for restarting California. To prepare, the theme park has been surveying its season pass holders, asking how they feel about masks, temperature checks and other safety measures. — Brady MacDonald, 4:15 a.m.
