New York City Raises Covid-19 Alert Level to High, Advises Masks

May 17, 2022

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(Bloomberg) -- New York City has raised its Covid-19 alert level to high amid increasing pressure on the health care system.

The city upped the warning from medium after signaling Monday the change could be imminent. 

Guidance during a high alert level encourages New Yorkers to wear a face mask in all public indoor settings and crowded outdoor settings.

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