A Disneyland Paris staff worker has tested positive for the novel coronavirus, according to multiple reports, a sign that the virus continues to spread throughout Europe.

What’s going on:

  • A worker at Disneyland Paris tested positive for the coronavirus. The worker had reportedly been on sick leave before he was confirmed to have COVID-19, the disease associated with the coronavirus, Le Parisien reports.
  • Europe’s biggest theme park will remain open, according to reports.
  • The worker received treatment at a hospital Monday. Three co-workers were sent directly into quarantine.
  • The New York Post said: “Officials said it will remain open, however — insisting the sick staffer only worked overnight and was not in contact with the public.”

What Disneyland Paris said about the coronavirus:

  • Disneyland Paris said in an online note that it is “carefully monitoring the situation.” Extra cleaning was ordered around the site.

Disneyland Paris’ statement read:

“As part of our commitment to the health and well-being of our cast members, guests and the larger community, we are carefully monitoring the situation and are in regular contact with health agencies for information and guidance.

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“We continue to implement preventive measures in line with their recommendations and the input of our medical teams, and we have health and safety protocols in place.”

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