NORTH SHORE — Playgrounds throughout the North Shore are now closed until further notice amid the coronavirus pandemic.
The North Shore Health Department said playgrounds would be closed and that playground equipment should not be used.
The closing of the playgrounds is "to slow the spread of the virus and preserve the health of our community."
The North Shore includes Bayside, Brown Deer, Fox Point, Glendale, River Hills, Shorewood and Whitefish Bay.
Playgrounds throughout the North Shore are now closed. Remember to wash your hands, practice social distancing and stay home if you are sick. Thank you for doing your part to keep our community safe. pic.twitter.com/ezDsOvOfDr
— North Shore HD (@NSHealthDept) March 19, 2020