Incheon’s (인천) Namdong-gu (남동구) announced on the 15th that it will open splash pads at parks across the district starting July 18 in preparation for the peak summer heat. The facilities will operate from July 18 through August 23, closing every Monday and during rainy weather.
 [코리안투데이] Children enjoying themselves at a splash pad © 김현수 기자 |
Eight Splash Pads to Operate Daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
The splash pads will operate daily from 11 a.m. to 6 p.m., and any elementary school student aged 12 or under can use them free of charge.
The eight operating sites are Seongni Children’s Park (성리어린이공원), Chanumul Neighborhood Park (찬우물근린공원), Guwol Children’s Park (구월어린이공원), Small Guwol Children’s Park (작은구월어린이공원), Obong Neighborhood Park (오봉근린공원), Eoul Neighborhood Park (어울근린공원), Hanareum Neighborhood Park (한아름근린공원), and Namchon Children’s Park (남촌어린이공원).
 [코리안투데이] A newly built crocodile-shaped water play structure at Namchon Children’s Park (남촌어린이공원) © 김현수 기자 |
Namchon Children’s Park (남촌어린이공원) Newly Built as a Splash Pad This Year
Among these, the splash pad at Namchon Children’s Park (남촌어린이공원) was newly built this year and features uniquely shaped water play structures, including a crocodile model and a shipwreck model.
To create a safe environment for children to play in, Namdong-gu (남동구) plans to station safety officers at the splash pads at all times and conduct water quality tests twice a month to maintain proper hygiene.
District Hopes for Another Popular Summer Destination Following Last Year’s Success
A Namdong-gu (남동구) official said, “Last year, the splash pads were a summer destination that drew a strong response from residents despite the intense heat,” adding, “This year as well, we will work hard on facility management and accident prevention so that visitors can use the splash pads with peace of mind.”
Further details on the splash pad operations can be found on the Namdong-gu (남동구청) district office website.
[ Reporter Kim Hyun-soo ] incheoneast@thekoreantoday.com
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