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U.S. schools delay openings as Omicron rages; New York City hits 33% positivity rate
13 Sept 14:37 Key points summarised by AI
- Thousands of U.S. schools delayed reopening or transitioned to remote learning due to record COVID-19 cases driven by the Omicron variant.
- New York City, despite a 33% positivity rate, committed to keeping its schools open, with Mayor Eric Adams emphasizing the safety of in-person learning.
- The Omicron surge caused widespread staff shortages across sectors, leading to school closures in various cities and significant travel disruptions.
- Some districts are implementing large-scale testing initiatives, like in Washington D.C. and California, to enable a safer return to physical classrooms.
