Wearing masks becomes compulsory in communes in the Var

Masks

Wearing a mask is to become compulsory in several communes in the Var today, including Lorgues, Vidauban, Le Muy and Trans en Provence.

The  municipalities affected by this new prefectural decree are: Ampus, Les Arcs, Bargème, Bargemon, La Bastide, Callas, Châteaudouble, Claviers, Comps-sur-Artuby, Figanières, Flayosc, Lorgues, Montferrat, La Motte, Le Muy, La Roque-Esclapon, Salernes, Sillans-la-Cascade, Taradeau, Trans-en-Provence, Vidauban, Saint-Antonin-du-Var.

The measure has already been applied to Draguignan since October 31st. The measure concerns anyone over 11 years old and concerns all public places, especially on public roads and public outdoor spaces. Offenders risk a fine of € 135 and, in the event of a repeat offense within 15 days, a fine of € 200 which may be increased to € 450.

 

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