MIAMI – The city of Miami has stepped up its response to the coronavirus pandemic by requiring everyone inside grocery stores, pharmacies and most other retail business that are still open to wear face masks.
The order signed Wednesday went into effect early Thursday morning. The order also required any delivery workers and construction workers to cover their faces as well.
Miami Mayor Francis Suarez, who has recovered from coronavirus, that increased law enforcement will accompany the measure. He said police officers at first will help educate people before issuing fines for not complying with the measure.
Suarez said business owners are expected to enforce the rule, and if there are rampant violations, the business may be shut down or