Orange County Florida Falls Back Into “Substantial” COVID-19 Transmission Tier

    According to data from the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC), Orange County Florida has slipped back into the “substantial” tier this week after two weeks in the lower “moderate” tier.

    The difference between the two tiers is the difference between the CDC recommending face masks indoors for all individuals and only recommending face masks indoors for unvaccinated individuals.

    The fact that the county can go between tiers with seemingly relative ease, combined with the Omicron variant now being confirmed domestically, might lead to Disney World not modifying its current face mask policies anytime soon. Currently, all individuals are required to wear face masks indoors, regardless of their vaccination status.

    Earlier today, the Biden Administration confirmed reports by announcing that face masks will be required on public transportation through March 18, 2022.

    Disney World has not announced any intentions to change face mask policies as of publish time. Here’s the currently posted policy:

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