Virginia Gov. Ralph Northam issued a stay-at-home order for residents of Virginia that begins Monday and extends through June 10 “unless amended or rescinded by further executive order.”
Such an order would impact the May 9 NASCAR Cup race at Martinsville Speedway. That race is scheduled to be the track’s first Cup night race.
The Virginia order prohibits “all public and private in-person gatherings of more than 10 individuals. ... This includes parties, celebrations, religious and other social events, whether they occur indoor or outdoor.”
NASCAR issued a statement Monday:
“NASCAR is aware of the stay-at-home order issued for Virginia. We will continue discussions with public health officials and medical experts as we assess rescheduling options.”
NASCAR announced March 16 that it was postponing all events through May 3. Those races postponed are Bristol, Texas, Richmond, Talladega and Dover. Previously, the Atlanta and Miami weekends had been postponed.
Previously, Gov. Northam had issued a stay-at-home order from March 24 - April 23.
North Carolina will be under a stay at home directive beginning at 5 p.m. ET Monday. It is scheduled to last 30 days. The order impacts the NASCAR industry with most race teams being based in the state.
Today I'm issuing a Stay at Home order, effective immediately.
— Governor Ralph Northam (@VAGovernor73) March 30, 2020
Our message to Virginians is clear—stay home. These actions are necessary to protect public health and slow the spread of #COVID19.
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