NOTE: The above video is from previous coverage of Busch Garden's chaperone policy.

JAMES CITY COUNTY, Va. (WAVY) -- Busch Gardens announced Wednesday morning that they will be bringing back its chaperone policy for Howl-O-Scream.

According to a Facebook post, starting on Friday, Sept. 5, all guests ages 15 and younger will be required to have a chaperone who is at least 21-years-old at the park after 4 p.m. The policy is expected to remain in effect until Nov. 2.

Officials stated that all chaperones will need a valid ID and that they must be available to reach by phone throughout their stay at the amusement park. One chaperone is able to accompany no more than six guests ages 15 and younger for each day.

All guests ages 16 and older visiting the park will also be required to provide a

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