Exceptions to the curfew must be justified by a letter, which can be downloaded onto a smartphone or written on a piece of paper. Shuttle service is not available in Yosemite this season. If you are traveling and not near home, stay where you are and call your medical provider. Masks must be worn and only six people are allowed to sit at one table. Around 20 million French people will, as of midnight on Friday, be subjected to a month-long curfew. Other sources of medical care are available in Mariposa, Oakhurst and other neighboring communities. An infection rate of more than 250 cases of Covid-19 for 100,000 residents over a 7 day period, an infection rate higher than 100 among elderly patients, and intensive care capacity for Covid patients reaching more than 30 percent, with a forecast to reach 50 percent in the coming weeks. All Japanese nationals and foreign nationals with the status of residence (except for those who are entering Japan through “Business Track” or “Residence Track”) are requested to submit a “certificate of negative test result” and undergo a COVID-19 test upon arrival from December 30, 2020 until the lifting of the state of emergency. Give others plenty of room whether you are on a trail or in a parking lot. New Jersey strongly discourages all non-essential interstate travel at this time. These passes cover the park entrance fee, but you still need a reservation if driving into Yosemite National Park. Reservations go quickly; be sure to have an account, be logged in, and ready to get a reservation promptly at 8 am Pacific time the day you make your reservation. Effective 11/23/2020, Governor Tom Wolf and Secretary of Health Dr. Rachel Levine announced new targeted mitigation measures to help stop the rise in COVID-19 cases in Pennsylvania. You must have an in-park reservation or permit, or a day-use reservation, to drive a personal vehicle into the park. However, some lodging facilities and services are reduced. If you enter the park via YARTS (Yosemite Area Regional Transportation System) buses, bicycle, on foot, or on horseback, you do not need a day-use reservation to enter the park. Last updated: 02/16/2021 *** Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must provide a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within three calendar days of travel. Vacation rentals on private land inside the park are available in Wawona and Foresta, and outside the park in Yosemite West. COVID-19 Information Last updated: 02/10/21 Country-Specific Information France has confirmed cases of COVID-19 throughout the country. If you are in the park and feel sick or are concerned you were exposed to COVID-19, you are welcome to call the Yosemite Medical Clinic at 209-372-4637. The information you submit will be analysed to improve the site and will not be responded to individually. Police check authorisation letters during France's first Covid-19 lockdown, March-May 2020. Foreign governments may implement restrictions with little notice, even in destinations that were previously low risk. It is the second highest category out of five. President Emmanuel Macron on Wednesday announced that a curfew from 9pm-6am would be put in place in nine major cities and urban areas across France as of Friday at midnight. The cost of COVID-19 testing is chargeable in either case. This cost is included in the park entrance fee. COVID-19 Travel Advice. No. The park is aiming to increase public access while providing visitors with a reasonable opportunity to comply with health guidelines. Additional information about Yosemite Hospitality services is available on their website. Restaurants and cafés serving food are allowed to remain open but must apply hygiene measures, and close at 10pm. To enable visitors time to explore the park, passes are valid for a total of seven consecutive days based on the reservation start date. The Ansel Adams Gallery is closed. Weekends are more popular than other days and typically sell out first. Beginning January 16, the curfew is from 6:00PM to 6:00AM. Independent workers needing to move about during curfew hours must carry their professional cards with them. Some exceptions to the curfew have been made for hotel restaurants and takeaway services. The park is currently planning to operate this system through February 28, 2021 and will re-evaluate the need for the system based on public health guidance. https://www.recreation.gov/timed-entry/10086745, https://www.travelyosemite.com/alerts/2020/covid-19-guest-updates/, Private lodging or vacation rental reservation in, Bridalveil Fall area (this area is closed due to scheduled maintenance work). Day visitors must exit the area prior to 5 pm. If you are an existing passholder (e.g., you have a Yosemite Annual Pass, America the Beautiful National Parks and Federal Recreational Lands Annual Pass, Every Kid Outdoors Annual Pass, Annual Pass for US Military, Access Pass, or Senior Pass), the non-refundable reservation fee is $2. Credit cards are the only form of payment accepted for entrance fees. Curfew applies from 9pm. 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There is no shuttle service in Yosemite Valley. When hiking, keep your distance. It depends on the type of permit you have. You need one reservation per vehicle and the reservation is valid for everyone inside the vehicle. Reservations are required. All trails may be very icy and/or snowy. Reservations will be required until local public health conditions improve. If you cancel a day-use reservation ($35), you will receive a $33 refund ($2 of the fee is non-refundable). In "reinforced alert" zones: Bars can remain open until 10pm. This system is temporary to address public health concerns resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Common signs of infection include respiratory symptoms, fever, coughing, shortness of breath and breathing difficulties. A day-use reservation is required for each vehicle (or motorcycle) that enters the park. The measures, which are part of a renewed health state of emergency could be extended to six weeks. Official information from Governor Mike Dunleavy, the Alaska Department of Health and Social Services, and Alaska Department of Military and Veterans Affairs on the COVID-19 outbreak in Alaska. A limited amount of interpretive programming may be available. Employees are necessary in each campground to ensure compliance with campground regulations, clean restrooms in accordance with new CDC guidelines, and remove trash and recycling for human and wildlife protection. This includes shuttles in Yosemite Valley, Mariposa Grove, and Tuolumne Meadows. Same-day reservations may be available on recreation.gov due to any last-minute cancelations. Health Authority Emergency Rules - December 15, 2020 Reservations are not available at entrance stations. Get an optional second COVID-19 test 5-14 days after you arrive in Alaska. In "maximum alert" zones,Bars remain closed as per the decree on 26 September for a minimum of 15 days. Gas is available in El Portal and Crane Flat. (screen grab from film by Louis Villers), Screen grab of curfew hours and zones from French government website_16 Oct 2020, Gatherings in private and public places are restricted to six people, Private parties and weddings are no longer allowed to be held in public or private venues (some exceptions apply in reinforced alert zones, such as funerals), Universities to allow only 50 percent of their students onsite at one time. Crane Flat Store is closed. DEA Guidance: DEA Practitioners 5% Rule Exception (Effective April 13, 2020) Quota. Concert halls, theatres, museums are allowed to stay open if they apply the strict sanitary measures in place (social distancing, masks, limited number of visitors, hand gel). Stay Home, Mask, and Otherwise Be Safe (Travis County) - December 15, 2020. Do not include any personal details in the box below. See modifications above. The Government of France has imposed a stay-at-home curfew. You may always contact us on our website. As conditions permit, the park may increase services with appropriate safety precautions in place. Check local listings for dates, times, and locations. Public restrooms are available throughout the park. People moving about during the curfew without valid justification could face a fine of 135 euros, which goes up to 3,750 euros for a repeat offense. All trails and viewing areas are open, conditions permitting. General safety rules are still in place. UPDATED ON DEC 09, 2020 03:33 PM IST France will delay relaxing some Covid-19 lockdown restrictions if necessary to stave off a third wave of infections, government spokesman Gabriel Attal … We strongly recommend reading the advice from your local authorities and governments, such as the Foreign & Commonwealth Office (FCO), as well as the guidance from the World Health Organiz… Please call before visiting the clinic as appointment availability and clinic hours can vary. Challenges to any international travel at this time may include mandatory COVID-19 testing requirements, quarantines, travel restrictions, and closed borders. RFI is not responsible for the content of external websites. Groceries and gifts are available in Yosemite Valley at the Village Store and at Yosemite Valley Lodge. As a Covid resurgence sweeps Europe, a growing number of countries are banning travelers from high-risk neighbors. The Crane Flat area, including Merced and Tuolumne Groves of Giant Sequoias, as well as the Crane Flat Gas Station, is open. Travis County COVID-19 Stage 5 Orders - December 23, 2020. An occupant in each vehicle must provide a copy or photo of the driver license belonging to the person who made the reservation (as well as a copy of the reservation) to be permitted to enter. Yosemite Valley Lodge and The Ahwahnee are open. In light of the recent, unprecedented surge in rate of increase of cases, […] It is the latest measure put in place by the government as it seeks to curb the spread of Covid-19. While traveling in Alaska you should: Get tested and self-isolate if you get sick or develop COVID-19 symptoms. Keeping Trade Flowing - How CBP and its partners are operating full speed ahead during the pandemic - July 1, 2020. Your vehicle permit, whether from a day-use reservation, in-park lodging or camping reservation, or wilderness permit, is valid for seven consecutive days from the arrival date indicated on the reservation or permit. Yosemite National Park, in response to guidance from the State Health Department and to support the nationâs effort to reduce the spread of COVID-19, will temporarily limit some indoor services at the park. DEA Policy: 65% Bulk Manufacture Exception to Regulations (Effective March 26, 2020) National Drug Supply. If you are driving a vehicle into Yosemite National Park, you must pay the park entrance fee and have one of the following: Upon showing proof of your reservation and a matching photo ID at the entrance station, you will receive a vehicle permit to enter the park. Yes. Coronaviruses (CoV) are a large family of viruses. Travelers and residents returning from any U.S. state or territory beyond the immediate region (New York, Connecticut, Pennsylvania, and Delaware) should self-quarantine at their home, hotel, or other temporary lodging following recommendations from the CDC:. The curfew will apply to Ile-de-France (Paris and its 7 surrounding departments), Lille, Lyon, Grenoble, Saint-Etienne, Aix-Marseille, Toulouse, Montpellier and Rouen. Police reserve the right to cancel events or close facilities (such as markets, pools, elderly care homes) and modify access hours in concertation with local authorities. This includes the Valley Floor Tour, Glacier Point Tour, Grand Tour, and Tuolumne Meadows Tour and Hikers Bus. We continue to work closely with the NPS Office of Public Health using CDC guidance to ensure public areas and workspaces are safe and clean for visitors, employees, partners, and volunteers. But we aren’t going back to the way things were before. The person whose name is on the reservation must be in the vehicle with a valid photo ID. Beginning at 8 am Pacific time two days prior to a day-use reservation date, the remaining 20% of day-use reservations are available. This helps reduce overcrowding at the parkâs most popular destinations. You must arrive on the arrival date listed on your reservation. CBP Hosts Second Virtual COAC Meeting during COVID-19 Pandemic - As the coronavirus pandemic continues to surge worldwide, CBP's trade advisory group forges ahead - July 22, 2020. If it is an emergency, please call 911. As of Saturday 17 October, the entire country will be placed under a health state of emergency in a bid to slow down the Covid-19 epidemic. Currently, only a portion of Upper Pines Campground is open. The Yosemite Medical Clinic is open. Sleeping in a vehicle is only allowed in a campsite registered to you or another member of your group. Wilderness permits are available at each park entrance. The COVID-19 pandemic in France is part of the worldwide pandemic of coronavirus disease 2019 (COVID-19) caused by severe acute respiratory syndrome coronavirus 2 (SARS-CoV-2).The virus was confirmed to have reached France on 24 January 2020, when the first COVID-19 case in both Europe and France was identified in Bordeaux.The first five confirmed cases were all individuals who had … We’re continually keeping this page up-to-date regarding the current outbreak of coronavirus disease, also known as COVID-19. COVID-19 Information Last updated: February 12, 2021 Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States, including U.S. citizens, ages two years and older must provide a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within three calendar days of travel. Our operations will be flexible, continually evaluated and adjusted as necessary to ensure public health and safety. Camp 4, Curry Village, Housekeeping Camp, the Mountain Room Restaurant (Yosemite Valley Lodge), Degnanâs Loft (Yosemite Village), Happy Isles Art & Nature Center are among facilities that are temporarily closed. Employers are being encouraged to put remote working measures in to place for at least two or three days a week, or around 50 percent of staff presence onsite, and to stagger arrival and departure times. If staying at least six feet from others is not possible, wear a cloth face covering as recommended by the CDC. Starting February 2, 2021, all airline travelers must wear a face mask throughout the travel experience. COVID-19 Information – Jamaica Last updated: 2/12/2021 *** Effective January 26, all airline passengers to the United States ages two years and older must provide a negative COVID-19 viral test taken within three calendar days of travel. The cities placed under the third highest category of "reinforced alert" are Bordeaux, Nice, Rennes, Rouen, Clermont-Ferrand, Dijon. Since COVID-19 arrived in the U.S. earlier this year, the virus has sickened more than 5 million Americans, claimed at least 167,000 lives and wrought financial ruin. If you try to find availability on recreation.gov and it says reservations are not yet released, it means no more reservations are available until two days in advance of the target date, promptly at 8 am Pacific Time (Reminder: 20% of reservations are released two days in advance). Updates on the parkâs operations will be posted at https://go.nps.gov/covid and on the park's social media accounts. A visitor information desk and limited Yosemite Conservancy bookstore sales are available outside the Valley Visitor Center. COVID-19 is a new strain of coronavirus that causes illness ranging from the common cold to more severe diseases. Visitor centers, the Yosemite Museum, Happy Isles Art and Nature Center, and Yosemite Conservation Heritage Center are closed. So whether you need it now, or in the near future, it could be worth a bookmark. What is coronavirus COVID-19? Passes are limited each day to maintain a consistent level of visitation throughout the week and provide you with a safe and enjoyable experience. Guidance for care staff who are supporting adults with learning disabilities and autistic adults during the coronavirus (COVID-19) outbreak. Violation of a Stay-Home Notice may be punishable under Singaporean law. This permit is valid for seven consecutive day for unlimited re-entries. Due to public health and safety concerns, some locations and facilities are closed in addition to normal winter road closures. Restaurants across France must continue to adhere to sanitary measures in place, allowing only six people per table, and a register of clientsâ details in case they need to be contacted. If you intend to stay overnight, you must have a reservation. Day-use reservations are only available via recreation.gov. Information is changing every day which can make it hard to keep up with the facts that are most relevant to you. To better manage heavy visitation in Yosemite National Park while California continues to experience the COVID-19 pandemic, reservations will be temporarily required to enter Yosemite every day beginning Monday, February 8, 2021. Audience ratings certified by ACPM/OJD. The theater (including park films) and Yosemite Museum are closed, however, the Indian Cultural Village is open. Limited sales are available outside the Valley Visitor Center. New York's Cuomo lifts Covid restrictions but worries new strains could undermine progress. You can check recreation.gov before you arrive to the park to see if any cancellations have become available. Day-use reservation holders may not be in the park between 11 pm and 5 am (overnight). You must also be in possession of a valid in-park reservation or permit. The DEA is aware of increased demand for drug products containing controlled substances used for the treatment of COVID-19 patients. Traveling During the COVID-19 Pandemic. Yosemite National Park, in response to guidance from the State Health Department and to support the nation’s effort to reduce the spread of COVID-19, will temporarily limit some indoor services at the park. If reservations are required in March, this will be updated. The country’s death … Stay Home, Mask, and Otherwise Be Safe (Austin) - December 15, 2020. The reservation is then valid for seven consecutive days (including arrival date). The Government of … No. Yosemite Hospitality is not operating any bus tours. If the entrance station is not staffed when you enter, you must complete a self-certification card at the entrance station and display it in your windshield. Bear canisters are available at the Valley Visitor Center (if you don't have your own allowed container). The day-use reservation system is a temporary system that has been created to address public health concerns resulting from the COVID-19 pandemic. Entering the park without a permit or valid self-certification card is a violation of federal regulations, with maximum penalties of a $5,000 fine and/or up to six months in jail. Surging coronavirus infections in some of Europe's largest cities prompt countries from Denmark to Greece to announce new restrictions, with 850,000 Spaniards return to lockdown. Restrooms are being cleaned multiple times per day, which results in restrooms being closed at times. During the curfew, people may only leave their residence for commuting to work and school, medical appointments, essential family duties like child or elder care, walking a pet, or another reason that has an exemption certificate. You can find a list of currently operating food services facilities at https://www.travelyosemite.com/alerts/2020/covid-19-guest-updates/. Additionally, day-use reservations are not valid for overnight use. In maximum alert zones: all sporting facilities gyms, and fitness centres remain closed as per the announcements made by the government at the end of September, for a period of at least 15 days. This day-use reservation and permit system is not part of an implementation of the Merced River Plan or Tuolumne River Plan. Published 24 April 2020 … Travelers are subject to a COVID-19 test and medical screening at their own expense upon arrival in Belize, unless they provide one of the following: A medical certificate for a negative COVID-19 PCR test result issued no more than 96 hours before their departure from the first embarkation point. On July 15, 2020, the Singapore government issued a new Health Advisory for Persons Issued a Stay-Home Notice (SHN). For more information on what to do if you are sick, please refer to the CDCâs webpage on COVID-19. Entertainment venues, cinemas, cultural centres: Maximum alert and reinforced zones: A maximum of 1,000 people allowed in event venues, with one seat vacant between two people or groups of six, all clients wearing masks. All wilderness regulations and quotas are still in effect. A model can be found on the Interior ministry website. You can find a list of currently operating food services facilities at https://www.travelyosemite.com/alerts/2020/covid-19-guest-updates/. You must arrive on the start date indicated on your reservation. The government uses three criteria to justify the curfew and label of "maximum alert" zone. If the requirement to arrive on the first day did not exist, the result would be that weekends would have more visitor arrivals than park staff and facilities can accommodate, leading to issues with traffic, crowding, and cleanliness. The superintendentâs office receives all comments about the day-use reservation system. Rangers are on patrol when entrance stations are unstaffed. Restaurants and cafés serving food are allowed to remain open but must apply hygiene measures, and respect the curfew of 9pm. Beginning at 8 am Pacific time on February 1, 80% of day-use reservations were available for all of February at https://www.recreation.gov/timed-entry/10086745. Each user can make one reservation per entry date. Park housing for seasonal employees is significantly lower than usual this year in order to keep employees safe. Members of the public needing to pick up/drop off a passenger within curfew, is advised to carry a copy of their travel information as proof of travel times. Published Wed, Jan 27 2021 1:47 PM EST Updated Wed, ... U.S., July 13, 2020. Exceptions are also made for getting medical treatment, going to the pharmacy, helping a dependent family member, or walking the dog, but a justification letter â valid for one hour - must be carried around specifying the reason. Day-use reservations are valid from 5 am to 11 pm each day. SCOTUS Blocks New York's COVID-19 Restrictions on Houses of Worship, Saying They Are Not 'Narrowly Tailored' Gov. Park entrance fees still apply. An occupant of the arriving vehicle must be the reservation holder (with photo ID). Coronavirus. Exceptions include working or need to travel at night - employers must provide justification for their employees if this is the case. Belize: Travel restrictions. All major roads are open all year except Tioga Road, Glacier Point Road, and Mariposa Grove Road (all of which are normally closed in winter). Sleeping in a vehicle in a parking lot or along the side of a road is prohibited. A portion of Upper Pines Campground is open. All other campgrounds are closed due to lack of staffing or are normally closed in winter. Please check at the information desk behind the Valley Visitor Center for condition updates. Yosemite Valley Lodge and The Ahwahnee are open. For example, on February 8 at 8 am, day-use reservations for February 10 will be available. California has a blueprint for reducing COVID-19 in the state with revised criteria for loosening and tightening restrictions on activities. Camp 4 is closed due to the shared nature of the campsites, which doesnât allow for adequate social distancing. Travelers are reminded to follow the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention (CDC) travel guidance as well as local and state advisories regarding COVID-19. The Department of State has issued COVID-19 Traveler Information and advises all U.S. citizens to read the country-specific Travel Advisories and U.S. Embassy COVID pages for updates on the impact of COVID-19 worldwide. COVID-19 Information. The health and wellbeing of visitors and park employees remains our top priority. Entrance passes and day-use reservations are non-transferable. The Hetch Hetchy area is open with day-use reservations not required. The temporary day-use reservations only limits the number of vehicles; it does not limit the number of people. These are Paris and its three closest department (Seine-Saint-Denis, Val de Marne, Hauts-de-Seine), Montpellier, Toulouse, Lille, Grenoble, Lyon, Saint-Etienne, Aix-Marseille and the overseas territory of Guadeloupe. However, access is limited when parking fills. © 2021 Copyright RFI - All rights reserved.