Disney World is phasing out temperature checks for guests on entry, but will keep them for areas of its Florida resort
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Disney World will slowly drop temperature checks for guests on entry, but will keep them in some areas. Florida Orange County Department of Health said temperature checks are unnecessary and wasteful, WFTV reported. Disney World said it will start to phase out temperature checks for guests from this weekend.
"Following the advice of the CDC and our local health officials, we will phase out onsite temperature screenings at Walt Disney World Resort for Cast Members beginning May 8 and Guests on May 16," Disney World said in aGuests will still be asked to wear face masks, except when eating, drinking, or taking photos outside at the Orlando-based resort.
Social distancing rules will also be reduced from 6 feet to 3 feet, after reopening in July last year. Something is loading.By clicking ‘Sign up’, you agree to receive marketing emails from Insider as well as other partner offers and accept our
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