BREVARD COUNTY, Fla. – Brevard County has closed the Viera Wetlands to the public as a result of Gov. Ron Desantis’ “Stay at Home” executive order that took effect Friday, according to news 6 partner Florida Today.

The Viera Wetlands — formally known as the Ritch Grissom Memorial Wetlands — is a popular spot for bird-watchers, bicyclists and hikers.

The wetlands, off Wickham Road, now is closed to all visitors, including foot traffic, vehicles and bicycles. [READ: Seminole County releases heat map of coronavirus cases | Coronavirus: Here’s how many hospital beds are available in Florida] The wetlands will remain closed to visitors through April 30, unless extended in conjunction with the duration of the governor’s order, the county said. “T

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India	Cases: 34 321 025 Deaths: 459 652 Recovered: 0
Brazil	Cases: 21 835 785 Deaths: 608 235 Recovered: 0
United Kingdom	Cases: 9 215 683 Deaths: 141 607 Recovered: 0
Russia	Cases: 8 494 589 Deaths: 237 619 Recovered: 0

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