The Houston Chronicle, March 19, 2020

In the face of business closures, and an order from the governor banning gatherings or more than 10 people, Galveston beaches are still seeing beachgoers gather for some time outside. While people were on the local beaches, they have not been as crowded as those in other states. UTMB’s Scott Weaver said beachgoers should continue to practice social distancing of 6 feet or more, but noted that the breeze and ultraviolet sun rays should keep the risk infection to a minimum. [See the attached file for the full text of the story.]