PHOTOS: Hundreds of people visit Surfside Beach, but many didnโt respect social distancing
HOUSTON โ Surfside Beach was busy with visitors Saturday. The majority of the people seem not to be respecting social distancing guidelines or didnโt wear a face mask or covering. Surfside Beach is located near Freeport, in Brazoria County, which has encouraged residents to wear a face covering when out in public, but it is not mandated. On April 7, Brazoria County Judge Matt Sebesta ordered the temporary closures to county parks, including Quintana Park and Stephen F. Austin Park. As of Saturday, Brazoria County has reported 573 COVID-19 cases, including three people who have died from coronavirus-related complications, according to the countyโs COVID-19 dashboard.