If you plan to carry out sports activities in Bogotá’s parks, keep in mind that due to water rationing restrictions in the city, there are closures in these recreational spaces. The District Institute of Recreation and Sports (IDRD) announced that the parks and sports venues will be closed for this Wednesday, June 19, 2024.
The measure seeks to support water savings in the city. The scheduled seventh shift of the eighth cycle will affect the water supply and operation of parks and sports venues in the towns of Kennedy and Fontibón in Bogotá.
District parks and sports venues closed this June 19, 2024
Kennedy Town
Fontibón Town
- Atahualpa
- Sauzalito
- Free Zone
The decision aims to safeguard the physical integrity and health conditions of the citizens who frequent the different scenarios for the development of their sports and recreational practices, as well as contribute with the savings that the capital requires in this contingency.
Atahualpa Park in Fontibón.
Photo:IDRD
Public toilets will not be able to function given the suspension of the water supply. In addition, many of the activities carried out in these spaces require water resources, such as ornamental fountains or water games for children, so they will not be able to operate during the outages.
Additionally, the water and light show at the Children’s Park (Simón Bolívar Sector) is temporarily suspended for as long as water rationing measures are in force in Bogotá.
This measure is crucial for contribute to the city’s collective effort in water conservation, a vital resource that currently requires the collaboration of all citizens. Stay informed about new updates and adjustments that may arise during this rationing period.
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*This content was rewritten with the assistance of artificial intelligence based on information from the Mayor’s Office of Bogotá and was reviewed by a journalist and an editor.
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