Confusion reigns as states claw back coronavirus reopenings amid surge | Fox News

Confusion reigns as states claw back coronavirus reopenings amid surge | Fox News

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At least 15 states in the U.S. are pausing or rolling back their coronavirus reopenings
As government officials attempt to handle a near-unprecedented pandemic event that has resulted in the deaths of more than 127,000 Americans, citizens now face health orders that seem to change by the day -- as infections surge in many areas, worrying officials who are tasked with keeping their constituents safe.

Plans for a steady and gradual reopening amid the coronavirus have effectively been scrambled in many states.

Efforts to reopen have been put on hold in places including Texas and Arizona. Other states, including California and Oregon, have mandated face coverings in public. Meanwhile, many local governments are taking measures into their own hands with restrictions such as mask requirements, and others are resisting their states' health measures.

Texas Gov. Greg Abbott, amid a surge in cases, took steps to reduce bar capacity and ban alcohol sales, describing “the very swift and very dangerous turn” the virus had taken in his state. Now it's one of many states across the South and West to see cases rebounding in recent weeks.

That led to a commitment of federal resources by Vice President Pence, as federal officials announced funding for testing sites would be extended for two weeks. Click here for more on our top story.

Other coronavirus related developments:
- Gov. DeSantis says Florida 'not going back' on coronavirus reopening, despite new case surge.
- California smashes state coronavirus record with over 8,000 confirmed cases.
- Biden claims Trump has 'surrendered' in the coronavirus war.