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Handkerchiefs can also be used to cover mouth, face says Chennai Corporation now

Posted on: 17/Apr/2020 10:18:15 AM
Wearing face masks while going out has been made compulsory in Chennai is known.

It has been clarified now by the Chennai Corporation that even handkerchiefs could also be used to cover face and mouth instead of face masks.

As per the Chennai Corporation commissioner, Mr. G. Prakash, the Chennai residents need not use N-95 masks or surgical masks etc. Handmade double layered cotton masks could also be used and these masks could be washed well in water every day. By this, these masks could be reused again.

He then mentioned that those in contact with sanitary workers, Corona virus patients and contact of the patients should not use the reusable face masks and handkerchiefs but they must wear those masks recommended by the doctors.

Important point here is the family members should not use the masks that was used by other members of the house. It is important that each one of the family to have separate face masks.

It must not be forgotten that just few days back Corporation of Chennai had issued an order regarding compulsory wearing of face masks while going out of the houses for purchasing essential items. In addition to this, the civic body had warned about vehicles seizure and driving license suspension etc. Another order was issued on Wednesday imposing a penalty of Rs 100 against those persons who roam on the streets.

It is important to mention that Chennai Corporation commissioner Mr. Prakash took part in flagging of 25 vehicles donated by Ford India Motors under CSR initiative.