Disney says theme parks, resorts to remain closed 'until further notice' to fight spread of coronavirus
LAKE BUENA VISTA, Fla. - Disney has announced it is extending the date of its closures to properties in Florida and California indefinitely in the fight against the spread of coronavirus.
"While there is still much uncertainty with respect to the impacts of COVID-19, the safety and wellbeing of our guests and employees remains The Walt Disney Company's top priority," the company tweeted.
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Disney World will remain closed "until further notice," the announcement said.
The closures include all Disney-owned and operated stores and hotels in an effort to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
Disney closed all of its properties in mid-March, joining Universal Orlando, SeaWorld, Busch Gardens and Legoland.
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Disney officials said all of the closures were made out of an abundance of caution and in the best interest of its employees and guests to help prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
Financial experts believe the move will have a massive economic impact in Florida.
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