Chelmsford Police: Don't Forget To Wear Masks Beginning Wednesday

CHELMSFORD, MA — People in Chelmsford will need to wear a face mask or covering when out in public situations where social distancing may be difficult to maintain, such as when shopping at essential businesses like grocery stores or pharmacies beginning Wednesday, per the order issued by Gov. Charlie Baker last week.

"Residents are also required to wear a mask or face covering at all times when using any transportation service or public mass transit," said Police Chief James Spinney in announcement Tuesday.

Masks should not be worn by young children under the age of 2, persons with difficulty breathing, or those who are unconscious, incapacitated or otherwise unable to remove the mask without assistance.

The cloth face coverings do not have to be surgical masks or N-95 respirators, which should be left for medical professionals and first responders. Information about how to properly remove and make your own face mask can be found on the CDC’s website here.

Key elements to remember when wearing a face covering include:

• It should fit snugly against the side of your face
• It should be secured with ties or ear loops
• It should have multiple layers of fabric
• It should allow for breathing without restriction
• Fabric face coverings should be cleaned after each use and should be machine washable and dryer safe
• Be careful not to touch your eyes, nose, or mouth when removing your mask

This order remains in effect until further notice. Further guidance from the Department of Public Health is available at mass.gov/coveryourface.

Information and guidance regarding COVID-19 will be posted on the town’s website.