They expressed their fears, frustrations, and worry, over the outbreaks at several california prisons. We are now at a point of crisis. There is no proactive measures. We are leading behind the ball. We cannot sweep it under the rug. There must be accountability. Reporter blasting state prison officials, lawmakers questioned how inmates with covid19 could be transferred from a prison in chino to san quentin. I still dont understand it. Reporter it was found that deficiencies at san quentin contributed to the spread. Lack of ventilation, slow testing turnaround, inmates refusing testing, and the layout, including a lack of beds. I dont say this lightly, but this is a failure. Reporter 1100 inmates and staff have tested positive. I need to express, we can do better, and i know we will do better. Reporter the biggest concerns now insufficient resources to handle the crisis, and the capacity of local hospitals to handle the flow of patients. Emergency measures like triage tents and more nu
Dinings in 19 counties including three here in the bay area. Santa clara and Solano County as well as other indoor spaces such as winery tasting rooms, theaters, zoos and museums. And beach parking lots are once again being closed. We are joined now with how long these closures will last and how they will be enforced. Tom . Reporter will the governor took a very careful and respectful care and stick approach to encroach on individuals freedom for the common good. The spread of the virus continues at a rate that is particularly concerning. The main target of enforcement is 19 counties that total 70 of the state population, including the bay areas santa clara, contra costa, and Solano County. Guidance, by the way action that we anticipate and expect will remain in place for at least three weeks. New rules, complete closure of major virus spreading places, and drinking establishes. All of the bars and all 19 counties. Also closing . Indoor operations such as dining, wineries, movie theate
Governor gavin newsom announced the closure of state beach parking lots in Southern California and the bay area ahead of the holiday. The state of california is not mandating the closure of beaches this weekend. But we are modifying our Parking Facility operations and closing them to traffic. The parking lot of pacifica state beach was packed. Even on a gray wednesday afternoon. The governors announcement got mixed reviews. I think its frustrating because were all ready limited in what we can do. As far as Recreational Activities go. Were all getting a little stir crazy. I think its a good move. I think it will open peoples eyes to how much this second wave is actually hitting us. And hopefully, hopefully people will not get in big groups on the 4th of july. And its one less place where they can go. In pacifica closures go a step farther. Stretching from the parking lot to the sand itself. The city is closing local beaches and at their request, state beaches will also be closed. The ma
Mixed reaction coming out after Solano County as the governor suss spends Indoor Dining. San francisco now doesnt have a big enough jury pool to begin a trial. How covid is now impacting our criminal Justice System. A july fourth without fireworks or a trip to the beach. The governor announcing strict new guidelines ahead of the holiday weekend. Heat returns for the holiday weekend. Ill have your fourth of july forecast coming up. Abc 7 news at 11 00 starts right now. And that breaking news, a death row inmate at san quintin being tested for coronavirus after being found unresponsive in his cell. 75yearold Joseph Cordova died this afternoon. Prison Officials Say there no sign of trauma. The prison is dealing with a surge of coronavirus cases. Last week, 71yearold man also on san quintins death row also tested positive for coronavirus after he was found unresponsive in his cell. Its the first known coronavirus death inside san quintin. San quintins coronavirus outbreak has now spread to
Quintin, more than 1,100 people have tested positive for covid19. The San Francisco Public Defenders Office is now working with certain inmates considered low risk to get them early release. New at 11 00, an employee at the warriors oakland facility has tested positive for the coronavirus. In a just released statement, the warriors said the facility has been closed to be thoroughly cleaned. A Virtual Summer camp has been hosted at the location, but only staff has been allowed inside. No campers. Camp will be postponed next week. Please do not take your guard down. Words of caution and new restrictions tonight from the governor. Indoor activities suspended in 19 counties on the states watch list. Including contracosta, santa clara and solano here in the bay area. No more Indoor Dining, outdoor museums a fily entertainment bottom line is the sp at a rate that is particularly concerning. Across the state, percentage of positive coronavirus tests jumped from 4. 4 to 6 over the last 14 days