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Easing of restrictions brings fewer claims, more outbreaks in Florida
ORLANDO, Fla. – More than 86,000 Floridians applied for new jobless benefits last week, a drop of almost 30% from the previous week, as pandemic-related restrictions continued easing up across the state, according to labor figures released Thursday.But the easing of restrictions meant to stop the spread of the new coronavirus has accompanied new outbreaks around Florida, forcing some local leaders to pull back.In the Florida Keys, Monroe County commissioners voted Thursday to make facial coverings mandatory, effective immediately. All employees and customers in businesses and other public places where there is a roof overhead must now wear face coverings over their nose and mouth, according to the new ordinance.