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Nassau County Executive Laura Curran declared a state of emergency on Friday as coronavirus cases throughout Long Island continue to grow.

“We’re not doing this to make anyone panic, but as a precautionary measure to access resources, authorize emergency spending, and allow me to take further action to keep residents safe,” Curran said.

As of Friday morning, there were reportedly at least 48 coronavirus cases confirmed in Nassau County and at least another 20 in Suffolk County.

Like New York City, Suffolk County declared a state of emergency Thursday, allowing for the authorization of emergency spending and other actions to combat the outbreak.

Curran also said she’s temporarily closing county indoor pools, indoor ice rinks, and museums, but county parks and golf courses will remain open.

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