Earlier this week, two cases of COVID-19, the virus caused by the novel coronavirus, were confirmed near Tampa, Florida.
In response, Walt Disney World has announced the adoption of stringent sanitation procedures to protect guests from infection.
In a statement to People, a spokesperson for Disney World said:
“We know there is new information this week about Coronavirus in Florida. We have very stringent sanitation procedures in place at Walt Disney World Resort. We are in close contact with health agencies for information and guidance, and at this time, we are continuing to communicate to our Cast the importance of preventative measures such as frequent handwashing and rigorous cleaning processes.”
Additionally, they confirmed “For guest convenience, we have placed additional hand sanitizers throughout our parks and resorts and will adjust our protocols as the situation warrants.”
Currently, coronavirus has caused the temporary closures of Disney Parks in Shanghai, Tokyo, and Hong Kong. We will continue to provide updates as more information develops.
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