Southern California theme parks will open as early as next month, but thrill-seekers may be forced to bite their tongues as they ride their favorite roller coasters.
The California Amusement and Parks Association is behind a plan that would encourage riders to remain silent as they move through the air in roller coasters to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.
Golden State reopening guidelines call for companies to limit activities such as singing or shouting to stop the spread of the deadly virus.
Under the proposal, amusement parks such as Disneyland, Universal Studios and Six Flags could open to a limited capacity and customers would be asked to keep their excitement going during the attractions.
“The use of facial covers or modifications to the seat loading patterns will be necessary on rides at the amusement park to mitigate the effects of the screams,” CAPA wrote in its responsible reopening plan. “Also, on journeys, guests often face off in one direction.”
Under the plan, groups would be limited to a maximum of 10 people from no more than three households. Inner eating would be prohibited.