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Parties indoors are ‘playing with fire,’ N.J. governor warns; Philly outlines steps to reduce coronavirus risk in communities of color

Under a new plan to narrow the race gap in coronavirus infections, the Philadelphia Department of Health intends to add more test sites, improve access to food and housing for individuals who need to quarantine after testing positive, and make essential workers more aware of their rights.

Harvey Cedars Beach Patrol lifeguard Alex Pendrous, 16, on Long Beach Island, N.J. on Sunday, where more than 20 lifeguards have tested positive for the coronavirus. Several beach towns have quarantined lifeguards who have tested positive after attending parties.
Harvey Cedars Beach Patrol lifeguard Alex Pendrous, 16, on Long Beach Island, N.J. on Sunday, where more than 20 lifeguards have tested positive for the coronavirus. Several beach towns have quarantined lifeguards who have tested positive after attending parties.Read moreMONICA HERNDON / Staff Photographer