Face masks are now required at Prague's airport and train stations, hygienists announce

Along with the previously-announced locations where a face mask must be worn from today, Prague hygienists have confirmed some additional areas where masks must be worn in the Czech capital.

Face masks are also generally required to be worn while in commercial planes, though regulations may vary by airline. They can typically be removed while eating or drinking.

Today, Prague hygienists have announced that face masks would be also be required at train stations within the Czech capital.

“In the middle of urban public transport, there are relatively close contacts. Respiratory protection can significantly reduce the risk of disease transmission.”

Yesterday, Prague’s Václav Havel Airport confirmed the requirement to wear a face mask via Twitter.

“In real terms, Václav Havel Airport is a crossroads for thousands of passengers from countries around the world, where the incidence of COVID-19 is higher than in the Czech Republic. The number of passengers is constantly increasing during the current time, ” the Airport states.

“Despite the measures taken for passengers from these countries, there are regular positive interceptions of incoming COVID-19 tests performed at the airport. On average, approximately 400 people are tested daily at the airport collection point, and positive results are confirmed in about 4 people.”

Throughout the rest of the Czech Republic, these are the locations where masks must now be worn: