Part of Veterans Blvd. & Smothers Park now closed in Owensboro as water rises
OWENSBORO, Ky. (WFIE) - In Owensboro, crews have shut down parts of Veterans Boulevard, as the Ohio River is starting to spill over into Smothers Park.
Officials say Veterans is closed between Frederica and Allen Streets.
Our Skycam captured video of crews putting up barricades.
That area will be closed until further notice.
City officials say a large portion of Smothers Park is also temporarily closed.
The affected area includes the section of the park west of Allen Street to Frederica Street, encompassing Lazy Dayz Playground, the concession area, and the fountains.
The Riverwalk between McConnell Plaza and Allen Street is also closed until further notice.
The park will stay closed until cleanup can be completed.
We spoke with Owensboro residents Shane and Randy Smith who enjoy going to the riverfront.
“Heartbreak for the mass, and the cleanup, and the damage. It’s a shame. I just hope it doesn’t get in the playground. We bring our grandkids down here all the time to play it’s a beautiful place,” they said.
The City of Owensboro urges residents and visitors to avoid the area as water levels continue to rise.
You can also see a live look from our Owensboro camera here:
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