Austin-Travis County has reached Stage 5, the highest level, of the COVID-19 Risk-Based Guidelines. Austin Public Health is stressing the importance of individual responsibility in halting the spike of infection and severe illness caused by the COVID-19 Delta variant.
Fully vaccinated individuals should:
- Wear a mask.
- Avoid large gatherings where masks are not required if you are high-risk with underlying conditions.
- Help us get the rest of the population vaccinated by talking with your loved ones.
Partially or unvaccinated individuals should:
- Get fully vaccinated.
- Stay home and avoid gatherings or travel. Choose curbside and delivery options.
- Wear a mask when conducting essential activities if you must go out.
- Choose establishments that are protecting their customers and staff with mask wearing, social distancing, and measures to stop the spread of COVID-19.
Information on where to get a COVID-19 Vaccine
Read the Stage 5 safety recommendations for employers on ATXrecovers.com to help local businesses and organizations protect employees, customers, and the community. Visit the City of Austin‘s COVID-19 website for more information.
