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Can coronavirus live on surfaces outside?
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Yes: The length of time it remains viable varies with the type of surface. Visit this site for info: https://www.cdc.gov/coronavirus/2019-ncov/index.html Wish you good health!
Answered 6/28/2020
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Yes: SARS - CoV-2 virus is likely to die more quickly if on outdoor versus indoor surfaces. It may live on metal for up to 5 day, wood – 4 days, Aluminum – 2 to 8 hours, Glass - Up to 5 days, Ceramics - 5 days. REF: https://www.webmd.com/lung/how-long-covid-19-lives-on-surfaces
Answered 6/28/2020
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