LITTLE ROCK (AP) – Arkansas is allowing pools and water parks to reopen this month with new capacity limits and other restrictions to prevent the spread of coronavirus, Gov. Asa Hutchinson said Friday.Hutchinson said pools will be allowed to reopen on May 22, the latest move by the Republican governor to roll back the state’s coronavirus restrictions. The decision will also allow splash pads and swim beaches to reopen that day.
Hutchinson said the pools will be limited to 50% capacity and no entry will be allowed for anyone with fever, symptoms or contact with a positive patient.
Unlike most states, Arkansas did not issue a stay-at-home order during the pandemic. But the state had other restrictions that have been eased in recent days. Restaurants will be allowed to resume sit-down service starting Monday.
Health officials said at least 3,747 people in the state have tested positive for the coronavirus that causes COVID-19, an increase from the 3,665 reported Thursday. The true number is likely higher because many people have not been tested, and studies suggest people can be infected and not feel sick.
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