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The California Attractions and Park Association (CAPA) is not asking theme park guests to avoid screaming on park rides, such as those at Six Flags Magic Mountain, to avoid the spread of the COVID-19.
Despite rumors to the contrary, amusement parks in California such as Six Flags Magic Mountain, Knott’s Berry Farm, Universal Studios and Disneyland are not expected to enforce a ‘no screaming’ policy amongst park guests.
“Face coverings along with proper social distancing will help mitigate the effects of shouting,” said Jerry Certonio, Manager of Marketing and Communications at Six Flags Magic Mountain.
In accordance with state reopening guidelines for theme parks, Six Flags Magic Mountain plans to operate at reduced attendance levels in April by using a new reservation system. The park is also implementing extensive safety measures, including several new advanced technology systems to protect guests and employees, officials said.
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“The safety of our guests and team members is always our highest priority,” said Certonio. “Our safety plan, which was developed in consultation with infectious disease experts, requires guests to wear masks while in the park and on all rides and attractions.”
As amusement parks prepare to re-open again as the roll-out of COVID-19 vaccinations continue, California businesses have been called to limit activities like shouting and raised voices that are known to cause an increased spread of COVID-19, according to the state’s Blueprint for a Safer Economy.
However, CAPA officials state that California theme parks can mitigate the effects of shouting through the use of mandatory face coverings and modified seat loading patterns on rides.
To clear up some confusing reports in the press…
At no point has CAPA recommended limiting or prohibiting yelling or screaming on amusement park rides as a way to mitigate transmission of COVID-19. (1/8)
— CA Attractions & Parks Assoc. (@CaAttractions) March 19, 2021
The origin of concerns related to the alleged ‘no screaming policy’ appears to be in regards to the microscopic droplets of saliva released from rider’s mouths when they scream; potentially coming into contact with riders in the rear seats.
To read CAPA’s entire Responsible Reopening Plan, visit their website here.
Ed. Note: Jade Aubuchon contributed to this story.
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This is going to be a nightmare. A lot of folks (especially teenagers) are going to be walking through these parks without masks on and enforcing things is going to be so inconsistent I can see lawsuits popping up all over the place. The only place worse opening up is theaters where people pretend to milk a soda or munch on popcorn while having their mask(s) off the entire show.
We have to reopen our attractions at some point. If you have a problem with that, then lock yourself in your closet for the next year.
Why would anyone be outside with a mask instead of breathing the fresh air? Also the sun is a cleanser. It drives me crazy seeing people cutting off the fresh air walking around outside. We need to think for ourselves! Any time I start to feel sick I will just go out and sit in the sun and it just goes away. I feel fine!