White House warns virus is spreading in social gatherings – By J. Scott Trubey (The Atlanta Journal-Constitution) / Oct 13 2020
Friend and family gatherings continue to contribute to spread of the coronavirus, a new White House report says, warning Georgians against unmasked private gatherings.
Georgia has made significant progress since the summer surge in new COVID-19 cases, the latest White House Coronavirus Task Force report said. But officials urged Georgians to wear face coverings around friends and family, warning of the risk of asymptomatic spread.
“People must remember that seemingly uninfected family members and friends may be infected but asymptomatic,” the latest task force report, dated Sunday, said. “Exposure to asymptomatic cases can easily lead to spread as people unmask in private gatherings. Encourage outdoor activities and ensure mask and physical distancing messages for all residents, both in public and private spaces.”
The White House warning follows a plateau in new cases reported in Georgia over the past two weeks and ahead of a campaign rally President Trump plans to attend in Macon on Friday.
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