Is it safe to travel to Hawaii? Latest coronavirus advice on cases and flights
HAWAII is taking more precautions after 600 people in the state tested positive for the coronavirus.
The capital city of Honolulu issued a shelter-in-place and work-in-place order that went into effect on March 23.
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A former Miss Hawaii, who tested positive and believes she was infected in New York City, is urging the state to take more exhaustive measures.
“While I was initially shocked about my test result, my shock has become deep concern for our state," Jeanne Kapela wrote on Facebook.
"Now is the time to band together in common cause to prevent the spread of this illness on our shores."
There have been 15 fatalities from the virus.
The Hawaii Tourism Authority said on March 11 that the "visitor industry continues to maintain the highest standards for sanitation."
Hawaii "has taken additional steps to enhance its efforts at hotels, attractions, restaurants and other public spaces across the Hawaiian Islands to prevent the spread of infectious diseases amongst residents and visitors.
Iolani School, for example, told parents: "We must be committed to maintaining the health and safety of our students.
"As you know, the travel situation around the world is in a state of unknown."