Generations playground is one of four that have bee closed by the City of White Rock. For now, parks remain open, but residents are reminded to stay a safe distance apart while using them. (Aaron Hinks photo)

Generations playground is one of four that have bee closed by the City of White Rock. For now, parks remain open, but residents are reminded to stay a safe distance apart while using them. (Aaron Hinks photo)

City of White Rock closes four playgrounds to help stop spread of COVID-19

Parks remain open in the city

  • Mar. 22, 2020 12:00 a.m.
  • News

The City of White Rock has closed four playgrounds to prevent the spread of COVID-19 in the city.

The parks remain open for people to enjoy at a safe distance from others — at least two metres, or six feet, apart.

The playgrounds at Goggs Park, Emerson Park, Barge Park and Generations Playground in Ruth Johnson Park are temporarily closed.

For information about COVID-19 in White Rock, visit www.whiterockcity.ca/COVID19

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