x
Breaking News
More () »

Universal Orlando to do away with temperature checks

Face masks will still be required at the park.
Credit: AP
In this Wednesday, June 3, 2020 photo, visitors arrive at Universal Studios Wednesday, June 3, 2020, in Orlando, Fla. The Universal Studios theme park has reopened for season pass holders and will open to the general public on Friday, June 5. (AP Photo/John Raoux)

ORLANDO, Fla. — Another Florida theme park has announced it would be reducing some of its COVID-related restrictions.

Universal Studios Orlando Resort announced there will no longer be temperature checks at the entrance of the park. Social distancing is also being reduced from six to three feet. 

However, some safety protocols will remain the same. Universal says face masks will still be required.

RELATED: Walt Disney World to phase out temperature screenings of guests

Universal implemented temperature checks when the park reopened in June 2020 after the coronavirus pandemic shut the park down in March 2020.

What other people are reading right now:

►Breaking news and weather alerts: Get the free 10 Tampa Bay app

Stay In the Know! Sign up now for the Brightside Blend Newsletter

Before You Leave, Check This Out