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Coronavirus Closings: The Maryland Zoo In Baltimore Closed Friday, Will Reopen Saturday

BALTIMORE (WJZ) -- The Maryland Zoo in Baltimore is closed Friday but plans to reopen Saturday due to the coronavirus.

"The health and safety of our guests, employees and volunteers is our priority and we perform regular cleaning and disinfecting. Alcohol-based sanitizers are available in employee break areas, public restrooms, and throughout the Zoo including food locations," the zoo said in a statement.

CORONAVIRUS COVERAGE:

While the Zoo has strict sanitation policies and cleaning protocols in place, they will be cleaning public areas Friday while they are closed.

Officials plan to reopen the zoo at 10 a.m. Saturday, but some indoor areas may remain closed.

For the latest information on coronavirus go to the Maryland Health Department's website or call 211. You can find all of WJZ's coverage on coronavirus in Maryland here.

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