The Chinese theme park will temporarily shut down on Dec. 2 as a preventative measure
Hong Kong Disneyland will shut for the third time this yr on account of a brand new wave of coronavirus infections within the metropolis.
The theme park introduced the information on Tuesday, explaining that it’s going to quickly shut down on Dec. 2 as a preventative measure within the struggle towards COVID-19. It stays unclear how lengthy the amusement park could also be closed.
“We’re in shut contact with well-being authorities and the federal government in regards to the state of affairs and can announce a reopening date as soon as they decide it’s advisable,” Disney Parks tweeted.
In line with a discovery on the resort’s website, the park’s accommodations and Inspiration Lake Recreation Centre will keep open (for now) with enhanced well being and security measures, like social distancing and elevated cleanings.
Hong Kong Disneyland originally closed on Jan. 26 as a “precautionary measure” amid the worldwide outbreak of the viral illness. It reopened in June, solely to close down once more a number of weeks in a while July 15 following a spike in native COVID-19 instances.
The Disney-branded park most recently reopened on Sept. 25 and its gates will shut as soon as once more after simply two months in enterprise.
Coronavirus infections are surging in Hong Kong, with 600 new instances reported within the final week, in accordance with the Related Press. Reuter’s experiences that Sunday marked a four-month excessive in new instances.
In response, authorities have closed leisure venues like karaoke bars and sports facilities whereas limiting public gatherings to 2 individuals. Hong Kong Chief Govt Carrie Lam urged individuals, particularly the aged, to remain dwelling to remain secure.
Hong Kong reported 82 new infections on Tuesday, 23 of which had been unlinked to identified clusters. The town has since recorded 6,397 infections because the pandemic started, with 109 deaths.
