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3.50pm GMT
So far, 40,000 medical professionals have volunteered for a “surge health force” to aid in the growing pandemic, according to New York governor Andrew Cuomo.
In his latest coronavirus briefing, the governor noted more than 2200 doctors and 2400 nurse practitioners have signed up to volunteer amid a shortage of health professionals and supplies.
3.32pm GMT
New York governor Andrew Cuomo warned that more shutdowns to curb public gatherings may be imminent. In his daily briefing, the governor once again lashed out at defiant New Yorkers who continue to frequent parks amid a coronavirus pandemic:
JUST IN: New York Governor Andrew Cuomo announces that New York City will "pilot closing streets to cars" and open them to pedestrians in order to reduce the density in public parks.
MORE from @NYGovCuomo: Considering pilot program closing streets to cars and opening streets to pedestrians.- Urges no close contact sports at the playground. Ex. No basketball on a voluntary basis. - Non-compliance w/ #SocialDistancing could result in closing Parks. Continue reading...