Does Mecklenburg County Require Face Masks?

To address the COVID-19 virus and the Delta variant, the Board of County Commissioners is issuing a Public Health Rule that requires all people to wear face coverings in indoor public places. ... Currently, in Mecklenburg County, 50% of residents are fully vaccinated.

Do I need to wear a cloth face covering in North Carolina during the COVID-19 pandemic?

Any person age 5 or older must wear a face covering at all times while in public settings.

Do I have to wear a mask every time I leave the house?

You should be wearing a mask outside if:
• It is difficult to maintain the recommended 6-foot social distancing from others (such as going to the grocery store or pharmacy or walking on a busy street or in a crowded neighborhood)
• If required to by law. Many areas now have mandatory masking regulations when in public

Robert Thorne

Robert Thorne

Automotive & Future Transportation Editor

Robert Thorne covers electric vehicle innovations, autonomous driving systems, global mobility trends, and automotive engineering developments.