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Gage Jackson reports on the US imposing travel restrictions from India due to a worsening COVID-19 crisis. India faces record infections and deaths, with hospitals overwhelmed and fires causing additional fatalities. The global community, including the US, is responding with aid. In the US, the TSA extends the mask mandate through September 13th, while the CDC updates guidance for vaccinated individuals, allowing safe travel but still recommending masks.

What action is the US taking in response to the COVID-19 crisis in India?

• Sending medical teams to India

• Restricting travel from India

• Providing financial aid to India

• Organizing a global summit on COVID-19

What recent event in India has contributed to the COVID-19 crisis?

• A major earthquake in Mumbai

• A political rally in New Delhi

• A fire in a COVID-19 ward

• A cyclone hitting the eastern coast

How is the global community responding to the COVID-19 situation in India?

• By imposing sanctions

• By sending critical supplies

• By organizing a peacekeeping mission

• By closing all embassies

What is the new end date for the TSA's mask requirement in the US?

• July 4th

• September 13th

• December 31st

• November 1st

What has the CDC recently updated for fully vaccinated individuals?

• They can travel internationally without restrictions

• They no longer need to wear masks indoors

• They can travel safely within the US

• They are exempt from all COVID-19 testing