US CDC, "Social Distancing Should Be Enforced at Swimming Pools"

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[Asia Economy Reporter Hyunwoo Lee] The U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) has announced quarantine guidelines in preparation for the increased crowds at swimming pools during the summer, including maintaining social distancing even in the pool water and prohibiting the use of shared water play equipment.

According to foreign media such as Fox News on the 21st (local time), the CDC issued quarantine guidelines aimed at preventing the spread of COVID-19 at swimming facilities such as school public pools and water park pools, recommending that social distancing of 6 feet (approximately 1.8 meters) must be maintained unconditionally even in the water. The CDC emphasized, "Although there is no evidence yet that COVID-19 can be transmitted in water, visitors and facility staff at swimming pools should take quarantine measures for health and safety."

Additionally, the CDC stated that gatherings of multiple people at swimming pools should be avoided, masks must be worn when outside the water, and the use of shared water play equipment and shared towels is prohibited. They also recommended that swimming gear that touches the skin, such as goggles, should not be shared even among family members.

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