The Government just released this statement
U.S. VIRGIN ISLANDS — In advance of the upcoming Easter holidays, Governor Albert Bryan Jr. has eased restrictions for churches, which now can have gatherings of up to 200 people or 50 percent of their capacity, whichever is less, Government House Communications Director Richard Motta Jr. announced during the Government House Weekly Press Briefing on Monday.
The new limit goes into effect immediately and will remain in effect moving forward.
“Just to be clear, you cannot seat 200 if your capacity cannot accommodate 200 people,” Director Motta said.
Director Motta reminded churches that parishioners still must wear a mask and adhere to social distancing guidelines.
“We have an especially long Easter holiday weekend, beginning with Transfer Day on Wednesday and ending with Easter Monday. Government Offices will be closed during this time, and Governor Bryan encourages all Virgin Islanders to enjoy the long holiday weekend but do so safely and in accordance with our local health guidelines,” Director Motta said.
“Please do enjoy the beach but remember that they will be open at 6 a.m. and closed at 5 p.m. from this Wednesday until Monday. All other health guidelines apply while on the beach, including mass gathering restrictions and social distancing.”
Anyone who thinks they may have contracted COVID-19 can call the Epidemiology hotline at 340-712-6299 or 340-776-1519. For more information, visit covid19usvi.com.
For information about the COVID-19 vaccines, call the VITEMA hotline Mondays-Fridays from 8:30 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 340-777-VACS (8227).
Primary Take away:
Beaches close at 5 pm Wednesday March 31 through Monday April 5
All other health guidelines apply while on the beach, including mass gathering restrictions and social distancing.
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