Google data shows how social distancing has changed the habits of North Carolina residents

A new report from Google shows how people throughout the world have responded to various orders and guidance from government leaders about quarantining during the COVID-19 pandemic.

Political leaders and media outlets have all strongly suggested social distancing as the surefire way to combat the novel coronavirus, a highly contagious virus that's impacted many facets of life for even the average citizen. The hustle and bustle of everyday life has drastically reduced as many Americans have cut down on going places, affecting everything from air travel to trips to the store.