Miami-Dade and Broward county both have announced new orders requiring the use of masks or face coverings in public at all times.
Miami-Dade Mayor Carlos Gimenez announced he will be signing an order requiring the public to wear a face mask in public at all times including outdoors in public spaces.
People who suffer from respiratory conditions and children under 12 will be exempt from this order as well as people who are doing strenuous exercises such as jogging.
People who violate the order in Miami-Dade can face a fine of up to $500 and could be sentenced to 180 days in jail.