One year since pandemic began: These are the last pictures KPRC reporters took before the shutdowns

One year ago Thursday, the World Health Organization declared the coronavirus pandemic.

What initially was believed to be a just two-week quarantine has turned into a new way of life as people across the world are still taking precautions against COVID-19 such as wearing masks, social distancing, working from home, among other methods for safety.

At this time last year, most people were still living normally – watching new movies in the theater rather than at home, attending events like the Houston Livestock Show & Rodeo or enjoying a vacation – before everything suddenly shut down.

Here’s a look back at what KPRC reporters were up to at the brink of the pandemic:

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KPRC2 Sofia Ojeda:

KPRC 2 Britta Merwin:

KPRC2 Amy Davis:

KPRC2 Andy Cerota:

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