Governor Northam COVID-19 update briefing – June 23, 2020; Phase 3 starts July 1st

Governor Northam joins the Virginia Emergency Support Team to share the latest updates on the COVID-19 response. Here are the highlights:

•  Numbers show a downward trend in patients on ventilators and in the ICU
• State is averaging 8,000 to 10,000 COVID-19 tests per day
• Virginia will move into Phase 3 next Wednesday, July 1
• Social gatherings capacity will be raised to 250
• Public pools and gyms can open up to 75% capacity
• Announcements on economic recovery will be released Thursday
• Face coverings will still be required in indoor public spaces.