Oak Creek City Parks Reopen

OAK CREEK, WI — Oak Creek's playgrounds are now open, after city officials relaxed local social distancing requirements amid the coronavirus pandemic in Wisconsin.

"Please be aware that the equipment is not sanitized, and you should use them at your own risk," officials said on Friday.

Although the play areas are open, commonly-used facilities such as bathrooms and drinking fountains are still closed.

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Local health officials are urging residents to continue to practice physical distancing, as well as cleaning hands with soap and water or an alcohol-based sanitizer.

"Don't forget to cover your nose and mouth when you cough or sneeze with a tissue or into your upper sleeve — do not use your hands," health officials said.

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