NEW ORLEANS — The late Yogi Berra once said, “It ain’t over till it’s over.” Yogi’s wisdom applies to the COVID-19 pandemic.
Many believed once we flattened the curve things could get back to “normal.” Now we know better. The “old normal” is what gave America more than 120 thousand deaths — more than 3,000 here in Louisiana.
Our state saw a big spike in the last 24 hours, prompting the governor to extend Phase 2 of Louisiana’s reopening for 28 more days. Jefferson Parish, where many people continue not to wear masks, saw a significant spike in cases. New Orleans, where masking is more prevalent, has seen a smaller increase.
The lesson is obvious: Wear a damn mask. Because it ain’t over.
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