https://freerepublic.com/tag/thnksgiving/ en-us Wed, 25 Nov 2020 01:23:21 GMT Focus Forum 15 https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/3909342/posts Health officials are pleading with Californians to skip the usual Thanksgiving gatherings to prevent the spread of the coronavirus, but what if people don't follow safety measures issued by health officials? While the fall COVID-19 surge in the Golden State isn't as severe as the one spiraling in other parts of the country (especially the Midwest), California is at a tipping point where cases could explode and hospitals become overwhelmed. Advertisement If people gather in large groups inside without masks, the situation could become catastrophic, health officials say. "The curve is literally straight up," said UC Berkeley infectious disease expert... KSBW https://freerepublic.com/focus/f-news/3909342/posts#comment Wed, 25 Nov 2020 01:23:21 GMT