Vegas is starting to close casinos.
Wynn Resorts Ltd. is set to close its two Las Vegas properties beginning 6 p.m. Tuesday to help stem the spread of the coronavirus.
The closure is expected to last two weeks, after which Wynn “will evaluate the situation,” according to a Sunday statement from the company.
All full-time Wynn Las Vegas and Encore employees will continue to be paid during the shutdown, and a limited number of employees and management will remain at the properties to secure and maintain the facility.
MGM Resorts has announced it will shut down all Las Vegas properties until further notice, starting on Tuesday, March 17. Casino operations will close on Monday, followed by hotel operations.
This is a big deal. Along with several states moving to close schools, bars, restaurants, Las Vegas casinos shutting down are a sign at least some are taking this pandemic seriously.