Allegheny County Considers Easing Some Restrictions

(WPXI) – Allegheny County officials may soon be easing some coronavirus restrictions. There were only 14 new cases of COVID-19 Wednesday, the lowest number since mid-June. Dr. Debra Bogen, director of the Allegheny County Health Department said she’s considering easing restrictions because the current mitigation efforts are working. One of the restrictions she’s willing to ease is the maximum number of people allowed in outdoor gatherings, which in Allegheny County is currently 50 people. Bogen didn’t say when a change could be made for outdoor settings, but she’s actively monitoring the situation. “I am reconsidering our limits on outdoor gatherings and will announce any changes when they’re made. I won’t be increasing capacity to 250 — the state’s limit at this time,” Bogen said. “The 250 limit on indoor gatherings will remain unchanged. The limit is set by the state and the health department cannot modify a state order to make it less restrictive.”