BREAKING: Minnesota Governor To Self-Quarantine After Coronavirus Exposure
He has not experienced any symptoms.
The governor of Minnesota announced Monday that he will self-quarantine after being exposed to coronavirus.
Minnesota Gov. Tim Walz said in a Monday tweet that he will stay isolated after coming in contact with someone who has the virus.
“After learning I had contact with someone who has COVID-19, I plan to lead by example and work from home,” the governor tweeted. “I currently have no symptoms and will continue working tirelessly to combat the spread of COVID-19.”
After learning I had contact with someone who has COVID-19, I plan to lead by example and work from home. I currently have no symptoms and will continue working tirelessly to combat the spread of COVID-19. #StayHomeMN
— Governor Tim Walz (@GovTimWalz) March 23, 2020
Walz was reportedly informed of his contact with the diseased person Monday morning and has not left his home since then.
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Image: Minnesota governor Tim Walz, addresses the news alongside U.S. Vice President Mike Pence (not pictured) and 3M CEO, Mike Roman, at the 3M company's headquarters in Maplewood, Minnesota, U.S. March 5, 2020. REUTERS/Nick Pfosi