ORLANDO, Fla. – Following the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s updated mask guidance for those who are fully vaccinated, many places have reevaluated and updated its mask policies at stores or theme parks here in Central Florida.
The CDC guidance eased mask-wearing in outdoor settings in crowds and even most indoor settings, though it is advised to continue wearing masks in crowded indoor settings.
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Despite the news bringing normalcy back in many settings, people have questions and concerns about the updated guidance. News 6 brought your questions to medical experts who answered them.
Here’s where the mask policies stand at stores and theme parks:
ALDI
The company said starting May 18 customers do not have to wear masks starting May 18, this is only for fully vaccinated customers.
Starting May 26, employees who are fully vaccinated will not have to wear a face covering.
Best Buy
The company said fully vaccinated customers and employees do not have to wear masks, according to WCCO.
Costco
The company announced members and guests who are fully vaccinated will not need to wear masks in stores any more.
“We will not require proof of vaccination, but we ask for members’ responsible and respectful cooperation with this revised policy,” the company’s website says.
CVS
As of May 14, CVS said it is reevaluating its mask policies and until a decision is made, masks will continue to be required in stores along with social distancing.
Disney World
The resort announced face masks would be optional in outdoor common areas, but guests would still have to wear their masks upon entering and throughout all attractions, in all theaters, theatre entrances, in transportation, and all indoor locations.
Fresco y Más
In a release, the company announced fully vaccinated customers and employees will no longer be required to wear a mask in stores. People who are unvaccinated will still need to wear masks in stores.
Harveys Supermarket
Fully vaccinated customers and employees will no longer be required to wear a mask in stores. People who are unvaccinated will still need to wear masks in stores.
Publix
The chain announced masks will be optional for those who are fully vaccinated. Customers who are not fully vaccinated will still be required to wear a face covering while shopping.
Sam’s Club
Masks will no longer be required for customers and employees who are fully vaccinated. People who are not fully vaccinated will still be required to wear a mask in stores.
SeaWorld Orlando and Discovery Cove
Fully vaccinated people will not have to wear masks at SeaWorld Orlando, but the parks will not require proof of vaccine, according to a release. Discovery Cove will also be under the same guidance.
Starbucks
The company said masks are optional for fully vaccinated customers.
Target
According to the company’s website last updated on May 17, Target stores will no longer require fully vaccinated guests and team members to wear masks in stores, except where it’s required by local ordinances.
Universal Orlando
Guests visiting Universal Orlando will no longer have to wear masks outdoors, and those fully vaccinated will no longer be required to wear masks in indoor settings. “While we will not require proof of vaccination, we do expect our guests to comply with this revised policy and use face coverings if they have not been vaccinated,” the resort said in a release.
Walgreens
The company updated its policy May 19 to no longer require fully vaccinated customers to wear masks inside its stores, unless it is mandated locally.
Walmart
Fully vaccinated customers or workers at Walmart will no longer have to wear a mask unless state or local laws say otherwise, according to the company’s website.
Wawa
Fully vaccinated customers do not have to wear masks at Wawa. The company said employees will continue to wear masks.
Winn-Dixie
The company announced fully vaccinated customers and employees will no longer be required to wear a mask in stores. People who are unvaccinated will still need to wear masks in stores.