PEMBROKE PINES, FLA. (WSVN) - For the first time in months, dozens of South Florida parks will welcome visitors on Monday.
Parks now open extend from the City of Miami to Broward County.
Four parks that have been acting as COVID-19 testing sites in Broward County are now open to the public. These are:
- C.B. Smith Park in Pembroke Pines
- Brian Piccolo Park in Cooper City
- Central Broward Park in Broward County Stadium in Lauderhill
- Quiet Waters Park in Deerfield Beach
The parks have reopened with a number of restrictions to visitors while still operating as testing sites.
Walking, jogging, cycling, volleyball (of up to five people), fishing and grilling are allowed.
Organized sports, large gatherings, playgrounds, splash parks and swimming pools remain prohibited.
“I’m glad that the parks are opening,” said one resident. “I think people really need the parks.”
In Miami, all city parks will be open from 7 a.m. until 7 p.m.
Since May, fewer than 30 Miami parks were open to the public during the pandemic, affecting over 100 parks in the city.
The City of Miami also released a list of restrictions that accompany their reopening.
Walking, jogging, cycling, roller skating, singles tennis and solo racquetball are allowed.
Playgrounds, volleyball, organized sports, training sessions, birthday parties, barbecues and large gatherings remain prohibited.
“I hope the numbers continue to work in our favor,” said Tom Cunningham who was visiting Miami Park.
“Thank God, because it’s like our only escape during quarantine, but I think parks should be open,” said Amber Collins. “It’s necessary. People need to get outside and see nature again.”
C.B. Smith Park and Brian Piccolo Park reopened at 8 a.m.
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