Gov. Wolf Renews Pandemic Disaster Emergency Declaration

HARRISBURG, PA — Gov. Tom Wolf has signed the fourth renewal of the 90-day Proclamation of Disaster Emergency for the COVID-19 pandemic. The first proclamation was signed on March 6, 2020.

“COVID-19 vaccinations have begun, but we are still in the early stages of vaccine administration,” Gov. Wolf said in announcing the renewal. “We will continue to prioritize a safe, efficient and equitable distribution process, and expect vaccinations to increase as the federal government makes more vaccine available to states. This renewal will allow the commonwealth to maintain its response and support efforts as we continue testing, contact tracing and vaccination efforts to keep Pennsylvanians safe.”

According to the governor's office, the emergency disaster declaration provides for increased support to state agencies involved in the continued response to the virus and recovery for the state during reopening.

Since the onset of the pandemic, there have been 908,773 coronavirus cases in Pennsylvania and 23,480 deaths.