Originally Posted by
JayDubP
One of the problems with an emergency situation is first responders are spread very thin so in many situations (like Putah ?) it may be easier and safer for LEOs to temporarily shut them down since they cannot (should not) patrol them. I love fishing Putah, but in the midst of this pandemic it is not important if it is open or closed--- as long as it will reopen when the time is right.
Even in the best times there are not enough game wardens, park rangers or LEOs dedicated to outdoor recreation areas (think American River problems). Better to shut down the outdoor recreation areas and use the personnel in combating the virus.