Local health and travel leaders urge caution when making spring break plans
COLUMBIA, Mo. (KMIZ)
As spring break for schools and universities across Mid-Missouri nears, leaders are asking people to take caution while planning trips amid the pandemic.
A spokeswoman for the Columbia/Boone County Health Department Sara Humm said locally, case rates are lower and vaccine distribution is rising, but that doesn t mean the pandemic is over. It s important to remember that just because you are on a beach doesn t mean the COVID doesn t exist, Humm said.
The department recommends continuing all the usual safety protocols like social distancing, masking and general hygiene if people do choose to travel.