Ohio Department of Health/Governor's Order
on Coronavirus COVID-19
Together, we can slow the spread of COVID-19.
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As of July 23, 2020 at 6pm, the Governor is mandating that people wear masks when unable to distance by 6 feet.
All individuals in Ohio must wear facial coverings in public at all times when:
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At an indoor location that is not a residence
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Outdoors, but unable to maintain six-foot social distance from people who are not household members
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Waiting for, riding, driving, or operating public transportation, such as a taxi, a car service, or a private car used for ride-sharing.
The order only requires those 10 years old or older to wear a mask. Additional exclusions include:
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Those with a medical condition or a disability or those communicating with someone with a disability;
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Those who are actively exercising or playing sports;
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Those who are officiants at religious services;
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Those who are actively involved in public safety; or
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Those who are actively eating or drinking.
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Gatherings larger than 10 people are prohibited, as mass gatherings increase the risk of community transmission of the COVID-19 virus.
Businesses need to maintain workplace safety standards, maintaining 6 foot social distancing, employees will wear masks, and customers need to wear masks, also.
Ohio is under a statewide travel warning, as of July 22, 2020.
Those traveling from one of the following states should self-quarantine for 14 days at home or in a hotel.
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Alabama
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Arizona
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Florida
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Georgia
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Idaho
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Mississippi
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Nevada
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South Carolina
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Texas
The self-quarantine recommendation applies to those who live in Ohio and to people who are traveling into Ohio from any of these states.
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​​The elderly and those who are vulnerable as a result of illness should take additional precautions and if at all possible stay home.
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