Watching the Super Bowl Safely
Plattsburgh, February 1, 2021. Cases of COVID-19 increased significantly following the winter holiday season, leaving health officials concerned about this year’s Super Bowl and the celebrations that may accompany it.
“The Super Bowl is an event I look forward to each year,” stated John Kanoza, Director of Public Health in Clinton County. “This year we are going to have to keep it small, keep it local, and keep it smart.”
“The safest way to enjoy the game this year is to celebrate with people in your household. While this is our recommendation, we realize that some will choose to celebrate with people outside of their immediate household,” noted Mr. Kanoza. “For those choosing to spend time with people that they don’t live with, we urge you to take steps to decrease risk to yourself and your family.”
Residents are encouraged to take steps to make their celebrations safer, including:
Be outside as much as possible.
If indoors, wear a mask at all times that it is possible to do so.
Open windows to increase ventilation if you can.
Keep 6 feet or more of distance from others.
Wash your hands often.
Clean and disinfect frequently touched surfaces and items between use.
Limit the amount of time you spend at indoor gatherings.
Hosts and guests should have conversations ahead of time to set expectations for celebrating together.
If you are sick, stay home and away from others.
Reminder, indoor and outdoor gatherings at private residences are limited to no more than 10 people per NYSDOH.
“We are just digging ourselves out from the high COVID-19 case numbers created with holiday gatherings, we do not want to experience any more setbacks,” added Mr. Kanoza
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Posted: February 1st, 2021 under Community Events, Heathcare News.