Watch live: San Francisco Mayor London Breed speaks about shelter in place order

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San Francisco Mayor London Breed announced Monday that, starting at midnight, city residents will be ordered to shelter in place due to the coronavirus pandemic. A live stream of her 1 p.m. press conference will be available via the YouTube video above.

"Effective at midnight, San Francisco will require people to stay home except for essential needs," Breed tweeted at noon Monday. "Necessary government functions & essential stores will remain open."

Individuals are asked to avoid all gatherings except for medical purposes, to get food, or for work reasons. Most of the Bay Area is expected to issue shelter in place orders this afternoon as well.

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"These steps are based on the advice of public health experts to slow the spread of #COVID19," Breed said. "The most important thing you can do is remain home as much as possible. There is no need to rush out for food or supplies, as these stores will remain open."

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