Flooding affects parks, limits activities

Due to the changing weather conditions and the fluctuation of Fort Wayne's rivers, conditions in the parks change hourly. At this time, the following City parks are partially closed due to flooding from nearby rivers and creeks:

·         Foster Park
·         Indian Village Park
·         Lawton Park
·         Historic Fort
·         Headwaters
·         Swinney
·         Franke Park entrance off South Sherman
·         Kreager Park
·         Low-lying sections of the Rivergreenway

As in previous flooding circumstances, residents are asked to respect barricades and to avoid contact with river, creek and standing water. Skin contact with river water to people and pets can pose potential health and safety risks. Also, do not drive vehicles into water due to unknown depth and current of the rivers and creeks.