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Coronavirus Closings: US Naval Academy Closed To General Public Starting Tuesday

ANNAPOLIS (WJZ) -- In response to the spread of COVID-19, the U.S. Naval Academy is temporarily closing to the general public starting Tuesday at 5 p.m.

"While we understand this action will be disappointing to some, the health and safety of the Naval Academy community, including its visitors, is our top priority." the academy said in a statement.

CORONAVIRUS COVERAGE:

The restrictions don't impact access for all authorized visitors, including USNA residents; faculty, staff and coaches; Department of Defense-issued Common Access Card (CAC) ID card holders; dependent/retiree ID card holders; Defense Biometric Identification System (DBIDS) card holders; or anyone conducting official business.

There have been no cases reported at the academy, and the decision is "solely precautionary"

Stay up to date with a full list of closings around Maryland with WJZ's list here.

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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