Coronavirus Updates: Kemp Extends Statewide ‘Shelter-In-Place’ Order Through April 30

“All of the provisions of the statewide shelter-in-place order will remain in effect,” Gov. Brian Kemp said Wednesday afternoon. “I want to thank everyone who has followed these directives. I certainly applaud your patience.”

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Updated Wednesday at 5:30 p.m.

Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp on Wednesday extended the state’s “shelter-in-place” order through April 30.

This limits travel to essential purposes only such as trips to the grocery store, pharmacy, doctor’s office or essential workplaces. The order had been set to expire Monday.