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Fourth of July celebration puts all of citizens at risk

| July 2, 2020 1:00 AM

I’m appalled at the lack of adherence to health official and Gov. Brad Little’s guidelines to the COVID-19 crisis we are in. I see little social distancing and certainly very few wearing masks. Since moving into Phase 4 of reopening, cases of the deadly virus have risen steadily and rapidly. Memorial Day weekend was the impetus to move the virus count upward.

Now the 4th of July weekend is fast approaching. I find it hard to believe that the city of Sandpoint has not canceled the parade and fireworks and other festivities scheduled to take place. Coeur d’ Alene, Spokane and Hayden have canceled all 4th of July celebrations. Sandpoint should do likewise for the health and safety of its residents.

BETH ALLEN

Sandpoint