New York, New Jersey and Connecticut officials announced Monday that the region will ban gatherings of more than 50 people and close gyms and casinos starting Monday at 8 p.m.

The actions also include requiring restaurants and bars to provide take-out or delivery services only and closing movie theaters.

New York Gov. Andrew Cuomo on a conference call with the other governors said it was important for the states to take uniform action so that people don't "even think about going to a neighboring state because there's going to be a different set of conditions."

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He tweeted that grocery stores will remain open and that the closures will "last as long as is necessary to protect the public health."

During a press conference following the announcement, Cuomo called on the federal government to take clear action during the pandemic. He said the "hodgepodge" actions from state and local government creates "chaos."

"The federal government should put one position in place and coordinate it with the states," Cuomo said. In the absence of that action, states must do their best to coordinate, he said.

He cited concerns that people who may not like regional decisions could jump borders to another area.

New Jersey Gov. Phil Murphy also announced an indefinite, statewide 8 p.m. curfew. The state has about 100 reported cases of the virus.