Myrtle Beach extends COVID-19 emergency order to May 15

MYRTLE BEACH, S.C. — The City of Myrtle Beach has extended its COVID-19 emergency order for another 30 days. The emergency order now extends to May 15, according to WBTW. 

City leaders said the order could be lifted early if conditions approve. The new order extends the original order that was issued on March 26 and the same restrictions, apply.

Find out more: COVID-19 Emergency Order

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