3 New York Regions Set To Partially Reopen

Governor Andrew Cuomo announced that certain regions in New York, including Finger Lakes, Southern Tier, and Mohawk Valley, can begin partial reopening as they meet the state's criteria. This comes as New York records the lowest daily coronavirus deaths since March. The state has been the epicenter of the outbreak in the US, with over 337,000 cases and nearly 27,000 deaths. Low-risk businesses like landscaping and drive-in movies can resume statewide.

What is the main focus of the reopening strategy in New York?

• Reopening all businesses immediately

• Reopening only schools and colleges

• Moderating the reopening process intelligently

• Ignoring the coronavirus statistics

Which regions in New York were mentioned as ready to partially reopen?

• Long Island and Manhattan

• Finger Lakes, Southern Tier, and Mohawk Valley

• Brooklyn and Queens

• Albany and Buffalo

What types of businesses are allowed to resume statewide?

• Restaurants and bars

• Schools and universities

• Low-risk businesses like landscaping services and drive-in movies

• Shopping malls and gyms

What criteria must regions meet to begin reopening?

• High numbers of COVID-19 cases

• Low numbers of COVID-19 hospitalizations and testing measures in place

• Approval from local businesses

• No criteria needed

How many COVID-19 cases and deaths have been recorded in New York?

• Exactly 400,000 cases and 30,000 deaths

• More than 337,000 cases and nearly 27,000 deaths

• Less than 100,000 cases and 10,000 deaths

• Over 500,000 cases and 50,000 deaths