Bars prepare for outdoor only service as COVID numbers continue to rise
The latest numbers from the city s website shows cases are up, over 120 per day and the percent positivity rate is 5.2%. Author: Duke Carter Updated: 10:25 PM CST December 12, 2020
NEW ORLEANS Bars in New Orleans are preparing for another loss in revenue.
The city s Health Director said its likely bars would not continue indoor service this upcoming week since Covid cases are rising.
Bar Manager at B-Mac s in the French Quarter, Mia Matassa, said health leaders need to find a better method to learn why cases are rising instead of claiming close contact in bars is the reason.
Sporting events, bars expected to see tighter restrictions as COVID-19 numbers rise in New Orleans Dr. Jennifer Avegno says sporting events, like Saints and Pelicans games, could see tighter restrictions in the next week because of COVID-19 numbers. (Source: wvue) By Josh Roberson | December 10, 2020 at 6:04 AM CST - Updated December 10 at 11:59 AM
NEW ORLEANS (WVUE) - The cityâs health director Thursday said the Saints home crowd will likely be cut in half for their next home game against the Kansas City Chiefs. She also said new restrictions on indoor bar crowds could also be announced next Wednesday based on current COVID-19 trends.