LINCOLN- Some poolgoers, including those in Omaha and Lincoln, should get answers soon about whether their pools will open this summer. This week, Gov. Pete Ricketts reiterated that pools have to abide by the 10-person limit and 6-foot physical distancing as long as directed health measures are in effect.

The terms of those measures vary by county, extending to at least April 30 in Douglas and Sarpy Counties and to May 11 in others. Ricketts has said the state is examining how and when it might go about reopening parts of Nebraska life. However, he also has said people should expect some restrictions to remain in place indefinitely, given that a vaccine is a long way off.

In an April 15 memorandum, the Nebraska Department of Environment and Energy encouraged pool operators to delay openings until after restrictions are lifted.

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