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Casinos in Louisiana will be shut down amid the Coronavirus outbreak for health concerns.
The Louisiana Gaming Control Board announced Monday they are in the process of preparing a formal order directing the closure of the gaming operations at all 20 casinos in the state. Casino 1995 film.
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The shut down will start at midnight, and last for 14 days, the board said. It is subject to be extended.
Dan Real, the Regional President of Caesars Entertainment and General Manager of Harrah's New Orleans said in a statement:
'This is a challenging time for all of us in New Orleans. Our city and Harrah’s New Orleans have always persevered when faced with major obstacles and I am confident we will rise to the occasion once again. We will continue to work with our state and local leaders and our team members to get through this difficult time together.
During the closure, Harrah’s New Orleans will provide two weeks of pay to all Harrah’s New Orleans employees.
We look forward to working with the Louisiana Gaming Board to execute a smooth closing process and will reopen as soon as the Governor and state gaming board determines it is appropriate to do so.' Current results of electoral votes.
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