World Airports Taking Precautions After China Virus Outbreak

World Airports Taking Precautions After China Virus Outbreak
An Emirates jetliner comes in for landing at Dubai International Airport in Dubai, United Arab Emirates on Dec. 11, 2019. Dubai International Airport, the world's busiest for international travel, said on Jan. 23, 2020, that it is taking special precautions to screen the droves of Chinese tourists expected for the Lunar New Year holiday after the outbreak of a pneumonia-like virus that has led to China's lockdown of the entire city of Wuhan. Jon Gambrell/AP
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DUBAI, United Arab Emirates—Airports around the world have begun taking precautions to deal with an anticipated influx of Chinese tourists taking Lunar New Year holidays, just as the outbreak of a pneumonia-like virus in China has prompted officials there to take drastic measures to prevent its spread.

Dubai International Airport, the world’s busiest for international travel, announced on Jan. 23 that, following government guidance, all passengers arriving on direct flights from China will receive thermal screening at the gate upon arrival and be provided with informational brochures.