Shilla Duty Free Seoul and Jeju Branches to Resume Operations from the 7th

On the 3rd, as the spread of the novel coronavirus infection continues, disinfection company employees are preparing to disinfect at Shilla Duty Free in Jung-gu, Seoul, where the 12th confirmed domestic patient visited. Photo by Kang Jin-hyung aymsdream@

[Asia Economy Reporter Seungjin Lee] Shilla Duty Free Seoul and Jeju branches, which have been temporarily closed, have completed professional disinfection and will resume normal operations from the 7th.

Shilla Duty Free Seoul branch received notification from health authorities that the 12th confirmed case of the novel coronavirus infection (Wuhan pneumonia) visited on the 20th and 27th of last month, and entered temporary closure from the 2nd.

Also, Shilla Duty Free Jeju branch has been temporarily closed since the 2nd following the announcement by Jeju Province that a Chinese tourist, who was confirmed positive after returning to China, visited the Jeju branch during the presumed incubation period.

Shilla Duty Free explained, "We have actively cooperated with the epidemiological investigation by health authorities and thoroughly conducted disinfection and sterilization of all store facilities and equipment."

On the 4th, the Korea Centers for Disease Control and Prevention announced, "The coronavirus dies within hours when exposed to the atmosphere after leaving the human body, and places visited by confirmed patients are safe once appropriate disinfection measures are completed."

Shilla Duty Free stated, "We prioritize the safety and health of customers and employees, and will continue to actively cooperate with related organizations and do our best in self-disinfection activities to prevent infectious diseases."

Meanwhile, Shilla Duty Free Seoul branch will operate temporarily shortened hours from 9 a.m. to 6 p.m., and Jeju branch from 9:30 a.m. to 6:30 p.m., reducing about 2 hours.

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