Louisiana enlists LSU coach Ed Orgeron for PSA on coronavirus outbreak
The coronavirus epidemic is having a huge effect on the sports world, with almost every major sporting event postponed or canceled.
To try to contain the outbreak, many are practicing social distancing and avoiding large groups.
In Louisiana, governor John Bel Edwards enlisted the help of LSU coach Ed Orgeron to help get a message about how to keep yourself safe from the virus across:
When Coach O speaks, we all listen.
For more information on how to prevent the spread of COVID-19, visit: https://t.co/89sZCjY9n3@Coach_EdOrgeron @LADeptHealth #lagov #lalege #COVID19 pic.twitter.com/OxJ5u2xBmo
— John Bel Edwards (@LouisianaGov) March 14, 2020
When Coach O talks, people listen. Plus, he may just be the most famous person in Louisiana right now after LSU’s national title.
The message of safety and health precautions is one everyone needs to hear. Stay safe out there.