(WXYZ) — California Governor Gavin Newsom sent Michigan 50 ventilators on loan from state inventory.
The ventilators will arrive in Lansing Wednesday.
“From the beginning, Governor Newsom has taken swift and aggressive action to protect California families from the spread of COVID-19,” Governor Gretchen Whitmer said. “He understands that when it comes to fighting this virus, we are all on the same team, and must work together to protect as many people we can. These ventilators will save lives and help our health care system treat more COVID-19 patients here in Michigan. I’m proud to work with Governor Newsom and everyone else who can step up to keep families safe.”
Whitmer says many health care facilities across Michigan are facing shortages of essential medical supplies and personal protective equipment.
“As California continues to flatten our curve in the fight against COVID-19 we have a moral and ethical imperative to help our fellow Americans. We are pleased to be able to assist Governor Whitmer and the people of Michigan who are rising to meet the moment in their own fight to protect public health and safety,” said Governor Newsom.
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