Gov. Wolf reminds people about mask requirement during yellow, green phases

HARRISBURG, Pa. — Governor Tom Wolf issued a reminder Thursday about the use of masks inside businesses in all counties in the yellow and green phases of reopening.

The mask requirement is part of the secretary of health’s public safety order, which covers all counties regarding of whether they are in the red, yellow or green phase.

“In yellow and green counties, it is required that masks are worn when visiting businesses to protect employees, employees’ families, and communities as a whole,” Wolf said in a press release. “Mask-wearing has proven to be an important deterrent to the spread of the virus, and as more counties move to green and more things reopen, we need to be vigilant in our efforts to continue our mitigation efforts.”

Wolf said masks are considered critical in stopping the spread of COVID-19.

He cited studies from both Cambridge and Greenwich universities that found even cloth masks can reduce transmission rates if worn by enough people.

You can take a look at the state’s business guidance for more details on mask-wearing requirements and additional safety measures for both employees and customers. 

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