San Diego County and California public health officials have issued orders to prevent the spread of the new coronavirus disease, or COVID-19. The orders are in effect until further notice. San Diego County public health order (PDF)

President Donald Trump has announced that social distancing regulations will extend until April 30th, 2020. More information regarding this extension can be found here.

Face Coverings
New additions to the Public Health Officer orders are now posted, including cloth face coverings required for grocery store, pharmacy/drug store, convenience store/gas station and restaurant employees.
Face coverings State guidelines | DIY guide

Stay home except for essential needs
Everyone is required to stay home except for essential needs or to go to an essential job. If you go out, keep at least six feet away from others. Learn more

County Parks Closed/Beaches Closed to Watersports and Swimming
All County Parks-managed parking lots, staging areas, ball fields & sports courts are now closed per the County's Public Health Order. Additionally, effective last Saturday, April 4th at 12:00 AM, all boating for recreational purposes, watersports, or swimming, are prohibited on or in public waterways and at beaches. Parks & preserves remain open to local residents who can access them by foot, bike or horse - passive recreation, only.  https://bit.ly/3bzDO9d
All Californians have the responsibility to “Flatten the COVID-19 Curve at Parks.”

All State Beaches in San Diego County are Closed
Last Friday, the California Department of State Parks announced the closure of state parks and beaches throughout the state. The closures in San Diego County, which became effective at sunset on April 3rd, include the following local parks and beaches:
 
  • Torrey Pines State Beach
  • Torrey Pines State Natural Reserve
  • South Cardiff State Beach
  • Cardiff State Beach
  • San Elijo State Beach
  • Carlsbad State Beach

Continuous monitoring
As California continues to issue guidance on preparing and protecting Californians from COVID-19, the state government is monitoring the situation closely and is following guidance provided by the Governor’s Office via the California Department of Public Health, the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, and the Governor’s Office of Emergency Services.

If you leave your place, cover you face
Both County Health Officials and the CDC strongly encourage anyone who leaves their home or place of residence and is out in public to cover their nose and mouth with appropriate face coverings. More information on face coverings can be found at the above DIY link.