SXSW organizers confirmed the cancellation in a statement on the event website, writing: 'SXSW will faithfully follow the City's directions.'
SXSW has been canceled due to concerns surrounding the coronavirus outbreak, Austin, Texas, Mayor Steve Adler announced during a press conference Friday afternoon.
Adler said he had declared a "local disaster in the city" that had effectively canceled SXSW. He added that the decision had been made based on the recommendation of Austin's public heath officer and director of public health given the size and nature of the event, which often features concerts where people are in close contact. Travis County, where Austin is located, does not have a confirmed case of the virus, known as COVID-19.
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