Expo 2020 Dubai Suspends Activities Including Parades To Curb COVID-19 Spread

by Vaishnavi Venkataraman
Expo 2020 Dubai Suspends Activities Including Parades To Curb COVID-19 Spread

Expo 2020 Dubai has suspended some events and activities including daily parades to curb the spread of Covid-19. Any form of entertainment where performers interact with visitors has been put on hold. Apart from that,  the on-site coronavirus screening centres  have been expanded to ensure regular testing of frontline staff and entertainers.

While you might have been following updates about the pavilions at Expo 220 Dubai, there’s one important thing you need to know. With the pandemic in place, Expo 2020 authorities have put in place some stringent rules to ensure safety of residents and guests. The event stretches over 182 days and is expected to host over 25 million visitors. So, before you book your tickets, read all the covid rules in place at the Expo 2020 Dubai. Meanwhile, here are 3 Ways To Get FREE Tickets To The Mega Event In Dubai.

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What Are The Precautions In Place At Expo 2020 Dubai?

Firstly, the event will have thermal cameras checking temperature for all guests entering the event. Besides, all guests must wear facemask at all times.

What Are The Safety Rules To Be Followed Inside The Expo 2020 Site?

All guests must maintain social distancing of at least two metres. In addition, the venue will be constantly sanitized and cleaned. Lastly, hand sanitisers will be installed at various points in the site.

What Safety Rules Will Restaurants & Pavilions Follow?

Dining areas, parks and other venues reserved for activities will have markings on the ground indicating the distance people must maintain. Meanwhile Dubai Expo 2020 Will Host A Futuristic Dining Experience With Glow-In-The-Dark Food & Flavour-Changing Desserts.

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Should Visitors Be Vaccinated To Enter Expo 2020?

Covid-19 vaccination is compulsory for all visitors entering the site. The vaccine must be recognized by their national own government. Besides, vaccination is also mandatory for the Expo workforce. In addition, all visitors must also take a recent PCR test 72 hours before entering the site. The PCR test can be taken at the PCR testing facility adjacent to the Expo 2020 site.

What Should Visitors Do In Case They Are Unwell?

In case visitors fall ill, they can take help from one of the seven first aid, centres or ask Expo staff for help. The first aid centres will be open on all seven days, and will be equipped high-class nurses and doctors to provide visitors care in case of emergency.

Besides, Dubai Health Authority will set up three world-class medical and Covid-19 testing facilities at the Expo 2020 site. The centres will be open round the clock and will be run by trained doctors and nurses. In addition, there will also be Expo ambulances. Anyone showing symptoms of Covid-19 will be referred to the DHA.

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