New state government decree published this Friday (21) at night further expanded the restriction of activities of the Government of Goiás.
All to reduce the number of people circulating in cities to contain the advance of the coronavirus in the state.
This time, Governor Ronaldo whitewashed (DEM) suspended air travel and land transport to the 75% operations of Goiás industries.
Only what is considered essential for the maintenance of human and animal life remains. Therefore, this includes activities in the food, health and safety chains, as well as communication vehicles such as newspapers and TV.
The measure that keeps the doors of shops closed and suspends most services and industrial activities will be valid until April 4th.
Interstate
Among the most severe bans that come into effect, is the restriction of circulation in bus stations and airports. Isolation by land and air – which has been questioned by the federal government in a discussion about the competence to do so. Although it goes into effect from Tuesday (24) to allow the return of Goiás who are out.
The state government of Goiás determined that air travel with origin, stopover or connection in states and countries with confirmed circulation of the virus cannot occur. That leaves only travel between municipalities.
The entry of new guests into the hotel sector and similar accommodations was also suspended for 15 days from yesterday. The Attorney General of the State, Juliana Diniz, explains that it is only expected that guests check-out so that they close the doors.
Isolation
The governor made a statement on TV and radio stations last night where he acknowledged that the measures for social isolation are tough.
Although but would be “necessary to save lives” and comply with technical criteria, with a focus on people's health. He also announced support for entrepreneurs due to the economic consequences of the measures.
In the case of industry alone, Fieg announced that more than 140,000 workers will be stopped, which corresponds to 46% of formal jobs generated by the sector throughout the state.
The production chains of food, medicines and security in order to maintain the supply of the population are excluded from the decree. Which includes all companies that supply materials needed for these productions.
“It is important to have a minimum of circulation in the State, which is what will represent the success of the attitude that was taken”, justifies the attorney general.
suspended classes
The decree complements the others that suspended classes and events and closed shops in busy poles, which was extended for another week.
According to Juliana, the text came to make it clearer the need to restrict the flow of people on the streets and put an end to doubts about what could or could not be open.
In addition, what remains in operation must follow protection rules for workers, such as a minimum distance of 2 meters between its employees and the provision of hygiene material.
Public transport, for example, cannot exceed the seating capacity. There is also a ban on visiting hospitalized patients diagnosed with coronavirus, except in cases of need to accompany children.
If companies fail to comply with the decree, they are subject to a fine, interdiction and the attitude can be considered a criminal offence.
The Comptroller General of the State of the Government of Goiás created a channel for the population to report on the website ouvidoria.go.gov.br or call the number 190.
