As the number of COVID-19 cases continues to rise across Illinois, health officials in Champaign County are recommending that people take additional precautions to prevent the spread.
On Thursday, several Champaign-Urbana leaders shared that new recommendations are coming to local schools, faith-based organizations, and gatherings.
Champaign-Urbana Public Health District (CUPHD) Health Administrator Julie Pryde said new recommendations include:
- All K-12 schools should switch to remote learning through Jan. 5.
- All faith-based organizations should transition to remote services only.
- Bars and restaurants should be following all mitigation efforts put forth in Tier 1 mitigations.
- People should refrain from gathering for the upcoming holidays.