UPDATED - City Re-opens Aquatic Facilities, Echo Dale Swim Lake to be drained

Updated - the City of Medicine Hat released this statement just before 5pm Wednesday.

Echo Dale Regional Park will reopen on Friday, June 19 at 7 a.m.

As the City continues to support staff affected by Monday’s tragic event, the swim lake will remain closed until further notice. The lake will be drained, as staffing levels are currently insufficient to safely supervise the site or manage restricted access. All other park amenities will reopen.

Keeping the swim lake closed will allow the City to focus available aquatic staff and resources on safely operating other open pool facilities while maintaining appropriate supervision standards.

We thank our community for its patience, understanding, and compassion during this difficult time

The City of Medicine Hat issued this statement earlier today.