Be Safe To Stay Safe Campaign Launches In Baltimore County

BALTIMORE COUNTY, MD — To encourage residents to wear their face masks and engage in other key hygiene practices designed to slow the spread of coronavirus, Baltimore County officials have launched the “Be Safe to Stay Safe” campaign. The initiative features Baltimore Ravens defensive lineman and five-time Pro Bowl player Calais Campbell, Orioles Hall of Fame third baseman Brooks Robinson, national public health expert Dr. Leana Wen and local radio personalities. It includes a series of announcements being aired throughout the region on local television and radio stations, as well as social media outreach, billboards and on MTA buses and light rail cars.

“The science is clear: face coverings are one of our best tools in the fight against COVID-19. We have to do everything we can to slow the spread of this virus and our 'Be Safe to Stay Safe' campaign will convey this simple message to educate, inform and protect county residents,” said Baltimore County Executive Johnny Olszewski in a statement. “I want to thank all those who have added their voices to this new effort. Together we can continue to take the necessary steps to protect ourselves and our loved ones. Remember, Be Safe to Stay Safe, Baltimore County.”

In the coming days, the “Be Safe to Stay Safe” campaign will be posting signage at county-owned properties and facilities as well as displaying signage, table tents and at restaurants and businesses in partnership with local Chambers of Commerce. Baltimore County officials also will be distributing 10,000 face masks to residents.

“Our African-American and Latinx communities have been hardest hit by this virus,” said Baltimore County Health Officer Dr. Gregory Wm. Branch. “This effort will emphasize the importance of using face coverings, social distancing and avoiding large gatherings to help slow the spread among our neighbors that continue to be disproportionately affected by the pandemic.”