
The Pandemic Halts Construction
Clip: Episode 5 | 3m 5sVideo has Closed Captions
Construction for Ice World is brought to a halt due to the COVID-19 pandemic.
With only weeks to go before Ice World’s grand opening, the team prepares the building’s final touches. However, when news of COVID-19 captures the world’s attention, the rigorous work on Ice World is brought to a sudden halt.
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The Pandemic Halts Construction
Clip: Episode 5 | 3m 5sVideo has Closed Captions
With only weeks to go before Ice World’s grand opening, the team prepares the building’s final touches. However, when news of COVID-19 captures the world’s attention, the rigorous work on Ice World is brought to a sudden halt.
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