Valley Forge Casino Shuts Down Over Coronavirus

VALLEY FORGE, PA — The Valley Forge Casino has been shut down over concerns regarding coronavirus. The closure will continue through March 27, in keeping with the two week closure Gov. Wolf mandated for schools, community centers, and non-essential businesses in Montgomery County.

In a statement, Boyd Gaming, owning of the casino, said there had been no known incidents of coronavirus at the casino.

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Several nonessential businesses and spaces in Montgomery County have heeded Wolf's call and shut down, including nearby Elmwood Park Zoo, Plymouth Meeting Mall, and Willow Grove Park Mall.

Boyd Gaming's statement read in part:

"The safety and well-being of our team members and customers is our utmost priority. Starting in February, Boyd Gaming has been following stringent CDC-recommended protocols at its properties nationwide, including frequent handwashing by team members, increased placement of hand sanitizers and increased sanitation of frequently-touched surfaces. The Company has been advising all team members who are experiencing flu-like symptoms to go home immediately and contact their health care professional."

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