A new indoor mask mandate for all public spaces in Boston went into effect this morning. Here’s what you need to know. 😷🧵
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❓ When did Boston’s mandatory indoor mask mandate take effect? How long will it remain in place?
The new mandate went into effect at 8 a.m. on Friday. Acting Mayor Kim Janey said indoor masking will be required until a recent surge in COVID-19 infections eases.
The new mandate went into effect at 8 a.m. on Friday. Acting Mayor Kim Janey said indoor masking will be required until a recent surge in COVID-19 infections eases.
❓ I’m vaccinated. Does it apply to me?
The mandate applies to all people in indoor public spaces regardless of vaccination status.
The mandate applies to all people in indoor public spaces regardless of vaccination status.
❓ Do my children have to wear masks?
Children 2 years or older must be masked while indoors in public spaces.
Children 2 years or older must be masked while indoors in public spaces.
❓ Does the mandate apply when I'm at home or a friend’s house? What about a gathering at a park or an outdoor area?
The mandate is focused on public spaces. Masks are not mandatory at private gatherings, at businesses that do not engage with the public, or events held outdoors.
The mandate is focused on public spaces. Masks are not mandatory at private gatherings, at businesses that do not engage with the public, or events held outdoors.
❓ Can I still eat at restaurants?
Yes. But you have to be masked except when consuming food or drink. Businesses with licenses from the city License Board can maintain licensed capacity.
Yes. But you have to be masked except when consuming food or drink. Businesses with licenses from the city License Board can maintain licensed capacity.
❓ What about gyms, museums, and theaters?
People can patronize stores, gyms and fitness centers, theaters, museums and cultural and historical sites — all while masked. Performers can shed masks provided they are at least six feet away from another person.
People can patronize stores, gyms and fitness centers, theaters, museums and cultural and historical sites — all while masked. Performers can shed masks provided they are at least six feet away from another person.
Read more about the mask mandate: bostonglobe.com/2021/08/27/met…
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