California suspends restrictions: this is normal 5:21
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More than 15 months after becoming the first U.S. state to impose an isolation order due to the covid-19 pandemic, California fully reopened its economy on Tuesday.
The decision came after more than 70% of eligible residents received at least one dose of the COVID-19 vaccine and new case rates consistently remained below 1%.
Customers cheer during the "Countdown To Reopening" party at The Abbey on June 15, 2021, in West Hollywood, California.
What restrictions are removed?
For all business sectors, all covid-19 restrictions are lifted, including capacity limitations and physical distancing.
What restrictions will remain?
Macro events, such as concerts, conventions, and sports, still have some restrictions.
Vaccination monitoring is required for attendees of indoor events with 5,000 or more people, and recommended for outdoor events with more than 10,000 attendees.
Will the use of masks still be necessary?
This Tuesday, a new health order came into effect that allows vaccinated people to go out without covering their face in most situations, according to guidance from the US Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC). , for its acronym in English).
Unvaccinated persons should continue to wear masks in closed public places.
Masks will remain mandatory in certain places, such as public transport and within hospitals and prisons.
Primary to secondary schools and kindergartens will continue to require the use of masks.
Companies can continue to require the use of masks at their discretion.
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Cal / OSHA is ready to adopt new rules for the use of masks in the workplace, but since that is not expected until the end of June, Governor Gavin Newsom indicated Monday that he will sign a decree later this week "to clarify any ambiguity. '
What is the vaccination situation in California?
California has administered nearly 40 million vaccines, and about 72% of the state's population is at least partially vaccinated, Newsom said Monday.
About 47% of residents are fully vaccinated.
There will be no vaccination requirement or so-called vaccine passport, but Newsom plans to announce an electronic version of its vaccination cards later this week.
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California has administered nearly 40 million vaccines, and about 72% of the state's population is at least partially vaccinated, Newsom said Monday.
About 47% of residents are fully vaccinated.
There will be no vaccination requirement or so-called vaccine passport, but Newsom plans to announce an electronic version of its vaccination cards later this week.
The state has invested $ 116.5 million in incentives, offering gift cards and cash prizes.
On Tuesday, state officials will hold a raffle in which 10 people who have been vaccinated will win a grand prize of $ 1.5 million each.
On Monday, California added six "dream vacations" to its awards, which include popular destinations such as San Francisco, San Diego, Palm Springs and Anaheim.
Each package will focus on a specific area and will include prizes such as admission to a theme park, tickets to the Giants, Padres or Lakers, or a stay at a luxury hotel.
Winners will be chosen on July 1.
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What should visitors expect when traveling to California?
California has issued a travel advisory recommending caution, testing, and self-care for unvaccinated out-of-state visitors and returning residents, per CDC guidance.
Fully vaccinated travelers can safely enter and travel within the state.
What about Disneyland?
Out-of-state visitors will be welcomed into the park beginning June 15, but reservations are still required.
Fully vaccinated visitors do not need to wear masks inside the park, but they will be mandatory in the parking lot transports.
In addition, visitors will be responsible for "self-determining" physical distancing.
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What is the status of Yosemite National Park?
Reservations required to enter Yosemite through September 30.
Some services and facilities are limited, and the ferries do not work.
What about California's reopening tier system?
California's "Safer Economy Plan" is withdrawn, assigning each of the 58 counties a four-tier, color-coded category with easing restrictions.
What about the state of emergency?
Newsom did not end the state of emergency, saying the pandemic has not yet been left behind.
The California pandemic in numbers:
Covid-19 cases in California: 3,697,927 (CDPH data).
Covid-19 fatalities: 62,515 (CDPH data).
California residents have been under at least some version of a solitary confinement order for 453 days.
Infections peaked in early January, with more than 60,000 new cases registered on January 4 and nearly 700 deaths a day for more than a week.
Hospitals were overwhelmed by COVID-19 patients during that time, with an average of 22,000 new admissions per day.
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