Incheon’s Namdong-gu (남동구) announced on the 15th that it will open eight park water play areas in the district starting July 18 in preparation for the peak summer heat. The water play areas will operate daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. until August 23, with free admission for children aged 12 and under.
 [코리안투데이] Children enjoying themselves at a park water play area in Namdong-gu (남동구) © 김현수 기자 |
Eight Park Water Play Areas in Namdong-gu to Open July 18
The facilities will operate from Saturday, July 18 through Sunday, August 23, closing every Monday for facility inspection and cleaning, and suspending operation in the event of rain.
The eight water play areas are located at Seongri Children’s Park (성리어린이공원), Chanumul Neighborhood Park (찬우물근린공원), Guwol Children’s Park (구월어린이공원), Jageun-guwol Children’s Park (작은구월어린이공원), Obong Neighborhood Park (오봉근린공원), Eoul Neighborhood Park (어울근린공원), Hanarum Neighborhood Park (한아름근린공원), and Namchon Children’s Park (남촌어린이공원).
 [코리안투데이] The crocodile-shaped structure at the newly built Namchon Children’s Park (남촌어린이공원) water play area this year © 김현수 기자 |
New Namchon Children’s Park Features Crocodile and Shipwreck-Shaped Structures
Among these, the water play area at Namchon Children’s Park (남촌어린이공원) was newly built this year and features uniquely shaped water play structures, including crocodile and shipwreck models.
Safety Staff on Duty at All Times, Water Quality Tested Twice Monthly
To create a safe environment for children to play in, Namdong-gu (남동구) plans to keep safety management staff stationed at the water play areas at all times and conduct water quality testing twice a month to maintain thorough hygiene management.
A Namdong-gu (남동구) official said, “Last year, the water play areas were a popular summer destination that received a great response from residents despite the intense heat,” adding, “This year as well, we will do our best to manage the facilities and prevent safety accidents so that visitors can use the water play areas with peace of mind.” Detailed information on the operation of the water play areas can be found on the Namdong-gu (남동구) Office website.
[ Reporter Kim Hyun-soo ] incheoneast@thekoreantoday.com
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