In Planica without fear of coronavirus
The organizers are hoping for new snow at least to enhance the scenery
That. G. | March 3, 2020 at 12:40 pm
Ljubljana - MMC RTV SLO, STA
Preparations for the Flight World Cup are underway and are not threatened by the outbreak of a new coronavirus in Italy.
Despite the coronavirus epidemic, the Slovenian Ski Association and the local organizing committee are preparing for Ski Flying World Championship, which will be held in Planica from 19 to 22 March.
"As there are various guesses and questions regarding the organization of the Ski Flying World Championships in the public, I inform you that you will be provided daily with official information on the progress of preparations and possible new developments. All other circulating information is not credible and does not reflect the situation that "At the moment, we are focused on carrying out all the activities in the field of organizing this major event," spokesman Tomi Trbovc wrote in a press release.
Trbovec adds that Planica is closely monitoring the situation and preparing preventative measures for spectators and that the organizing committee is in constant contact with the competent authorities in Slovenia.
"We are also in constant contact with the leadership of the International Ski Association and are monitoring developments in Europe. We have already started setting up stands for visitors in Planica. In the next few days we are expecting a few inches of new snow, which will make the scenery in the Ponce Valley extraordinary, "before the new mountaineering holiday, they continue to emphasize on the SZS.