Less Than 2 Weeks After The Mask Mandate Was Reinstated, Philly Lifts Restrictions
The city just pulled a “never mind” on residents as they just did an about face and lifted the mask mandate that was just reinstated less than 2 weeks ago. Almost immediately after Philly became the first big city to reinstate the mask mandates, SEPTA, Uber, Lyft and several major airlines lifted their mask restrictions.
In addition to push back from residents, several restaurant owners even went as far as to file a lawsuit. However, the city just released a statement, “From @phlpublichealth: EFFECTIVE IMMEDIATELY: Due to a recent leveling-off of case counts and a decrease in COVID-19 hospitalizations in the City, masks are strongly recommended, but are no longer required in public indoor settings, with the exception of healthcare and congregate settings.
The Health Department strongly recommends residents & visitors wear a mask in indoor public settings, and get vaccinated and/or boosted if you’re eligible. Thank you, Philly for stepping up once again and responding to this pandemic with solidarity and care for each other.”
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