Rockland County Declares Measles State of Emergency
April 1st, 2019
Rockland County has declared a state of emergency regarding a measles outbreak that is now entering its 26th week. The county is banning any unvaccinated minor under 18 from any public places until they receive the vaccination. It is unclear how they intend to enforce the ban, however, if anyone found in violation they could face 6 months in jail or a $500 dollar fine.
Rockland County Executive Ed Day said:
“We believe this to be the first such effort of this kind nationally and the circumstances we face here clearly call for that. Rockland will lead the way in service and safety to the people here.”