Both counties have officially moved into California’s orange tier — the next-to-last step in the state’s reopening process, according to state data released Tuesday. L.A. County Public Health Director Barbara Ferrer said a revised health officer order allowing many of the reopenings outlined in the orange tier would go into effect at 12:01 am on April 5. AdvertisementThe latest round of progress means 17 of the state’s 58 counties, which are home to roughly half the state’s residents, are now in the orange tier. California counties that reach the orange tier can allow bars to reopen outdoors with some modifications. Starting Thursday, amusement parks can also reopen at up to 25% capacity in the orange tier.

Source: Los Angeles Times March 30, 2021 17:29 UTC