Gov. Polis extends mask mandate for another 30 days in Colorado

DENVER (KRDO) -- Governor Jared Polis announced Saturday that he has extended the statewide mask mandate for another 30 days.

The previous executive order was supposed to expire on September 12, but now it will expire 30 days from that date.

Regarding the extension, Polis wrote, "broad adoption mask-wearing in Colorado may have significant economic benefits by allowing the State to prevent re-closures of businesses and schools and, ultimately, return to our normal lives more quickly."

Health officials say there are signs that statewide efforts to "flatten the curve" are working, but coronavirus still poses a risk to Coloradans.