HUMBOLDT — All city-owned playgrounds are closed to the public.
In a media release, the city said it’s concerned about transmission of the coronavirus.
“Therefore, following careful consideration, the City of Humboldt has implemented the closure of all playground structures located within City parks effective immediately for your safety and to help decrease public transmission of COVID-19.”
All open park spaces will remain open for use.
Playgrounds affected includes A.E. Kilcher Park, Bill Brecht Park, Carl Schenn Park, Bence Place, Peace Park and Wilf Chamney Park.
The Horizon School Division has also closed its playgrounds to the public.
