PHILADELPHIA (CBS) — Philadelphia is taking big steps to get the coronavirus pandemic under control once and for all. To quell rising COVID-19 cases, Philadelphia officials announced sweeping restrictions Wednesday, including a mandate effective at midnight Thursday that businesses in the city require either masks or proof of vaccination for all its employees and customers. Kenney announced new COVID-19 restrictions for Philadelphia on Wednesday to combat cases that have doubled three times in a month. For indoor dining, masks will be required unless the restaurant requires proof of vaccination for patrons and staff. Philadelphia residents can get proof of vaccination if they lost their cards by calling the city’s COVID-19 call center at 215-685-5488 or emailing [email protected].
