Las Vegas-Clark County libraries closed due to coronavirus

The Las Vegas-Clark County Library District announced Monday night that it will close all branches “until further notice” to prevent the spread of the coronavirus.

“As always, our top priority is the health and security of our staff, volunteers, customers and community partners,” the district said in a statement. “This closing is in line with the (Centers for Disease Control and Prevention’s) request that all U.S. residents practice social distancing, which is defined as avoiding mass gatherings and maintaining a distance of six feet” from other people.

The libraries will not accept returns and will waive late fees during this time, according to the statement.

Wi-Fi will extend into library parking lots for customers. Library cardholders can find a “vast collection of digital resources,” including downloadable eBooks, audiobooks, music, TV shows, databases and more at LVCCLD.org, the statement said.

The district operates 25 branches in Clark County. Future updates will be announced on the district’s website and social media pages.

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