(Providence, RI)--Rhode Island Department of Public Health Director Nicole Alexander-Scott said yesterday that large crowds on beaches and boats are "absolutely" contributing to increased coronavirus numbers in the state.Governor Gina Raimondo said there will be increased enforcement of mask-wearing and social-distancing protocols near beaches; she said she's considering a National Guard presence in the area.In addition to reducing the parking percentage cap at Misquamicut and Scarborough beaches, the governor said vehicles parked illegally on streets near beaches will be towed.
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