return of the mask mandatory outdoors from December 31

In view of the evolution of the health situation in the department with the circulation of two variants of the virus, including the particularly contagious Omicron variant, the prefect of Loire-Atlantique has issued a new decree making it compulsory to wear a mask on the public space in the Loire-Atlantique department, with the exception of beaches, edges of watercourses and uncrowded natural areas (forests, marshes, etc.) for people aged eleven and over, from Friday December 31, 2021 at 8:00 am, and until Friday January 28, 2022. The obligation to wear a mask provided for by this decree does not apply to people with disabilities with a medical certificate, to any person practicing a sporting activity, ariders of motorized two-wheelers wearing a helmet with the visor down.

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