East Texas Shelter in Place Orders

KILGORE — The city of Kilgore has issued a shelter in place order. While Gregg County issued a shelter in place on Wednesday, March 25, parts of Kilgore fall out of the jurisdiction. That prompted Kilgore Mayor Ronnie Spradlin to issue his own executive order of shelter in place for residents. The order went into effect Thursday, March 26 at 11:59 p.m. and ends on April 9.

VAN — The city of Van has issued a shelter in place order. The order went into effect Friday, March 27 at 11:59 p.m. and will last until Friday, April 3 at 11:59 p.m.

What you can do

Go to the grocery, convenience or warehouse store
Go to the pharmacy to pick up medications and other healthcare necessities
Go to medical appointments
Go to a restaurant for take-out, delivery or drive-thru
Care for or support a friend or family member
Take a walk, ride your bike, hike, jog and be in nature for exercise
Walk your pets and take them to the veterinarian if necessary
Help someone to get necessary supplies
Go to work for an essential business

What you shouldn’t do…

Go to work unless you are providing essential services
Visit friends and family if there is no urgent need
Maintain less than 6 feet of distance from others when you go out
Visit loved ones in the hospital, nursing home, skilled nursing facility, or other residential care facilities