OCEAN COUNTY – The county library system announced that they will stop quarantining books and other materials, however other safety regulations will continue.
The library had been quarantining materials being brought back by patrons, keeping them aside for some time so that they would be safe to handle. Based on Centers for Disease Control guidelines, this particular protocol is being stopped. The CDC reports that the virus is primarily transmitted through infected respiratory droplets rather than surfaces.
The library system will soon have print magazines and newspapers, such as The Toms River Times, available for visitors.
Cleaning and other disinfecting protocols are still in place. Library staff and patrons will continue to wear masks and practice social distancing.
For more information, visit theoceancountylibrary.org.
