Covid-19 forces Nevada casinos to shut down
| By iGB Editorial Team
Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak has ordered casinos in the state to temporarily cease operations as part of a wider effort to slow the spread of novel coronavirus (Covid-19).
Nevada Governor Steve Sisolak has ordered casinos in the state to temporarily cease operations as part of a wider effort to slow the spread of novel coronavirus (Covid-19).
The order came into effect at midnight last night, with all casinos across the state required to shut down gaming devices, machines, tables, games and any other kit related to gaming activity by 11:59pm on March 17.
The restrictions will remain in place for at least 30 days and will be enforced by the Nevada Gaming Control Board.
In conjunction with the Office of the Governor and local and state health officials, the Board will continue to monitor the spread of coronavirus and issue further notices during the 30-day period.