HENRICO COUNTY, Va. -- Folks faced long lines at landfills in Henrico County over the weekend.
Susan Ann Glass sent photos that showed a line of cars waiting to enter the Henrico Springfield Landfill Sunday morning.
"If you’re thinking of heading here or to the Charles City Road location, expect a long line and a lengthy wait," officials posted on the county's Facebook page.
Both of those public use areas are allowing just ten vehicles inside at at time because of the governor's stay-at-home order.
Additionally, officials said the locations are only accepting household garbage and recyclables and not vegetative yard waste or household hazardous waste.
"We urge residents to only visit a public use area if it's absolutely necessary," officials wrote. "Thanks for your patience."
COVID-19 Precautions
Most patients with COVID-19 have mild to moderate symptoms. However, in a small proportion of patients, COVID-19 can lead to more severe illness, including death, particularly among those who are older or those who have chronic medical conditions.
COVID-19 spreads primarily through respiratory droplets produced when an infected person coughs or sneezes.
Symptoms include fever, cough, and difficulty breathing. Symptoms appear within 14 days of being exposed to an infectious person.
Virginia health officials urged the following precautions:
- Wash your hands often with soap and water for at least 20 seconds.
- Use an alcohol-based hand sanitizer only if soap and water are not available.
- Avoid touching your eyes, nose, and mouth.Cover your mouth and nose with a tissue or your sleeve (not your hands) when coughing or sneezing.
- Clean and disinfect frequently touched objects and surfaces.Stay home when you are sick.
- Avoid contact with sick people.Avoid non-essential travel.