The City Council reopens the Water Park this Saturday, closed since June 19 due to a possible gastroenteritis outbreak among schoolchildren. The tests confirm that the water meets all health parameters.
The City Council of Málaga has reopened the Water Park on Saturday, located on the Antonio Banderas promenade, after the test results confirmed that the water meets all the physical-chemical and microbiological parameters required by health regulations. The park had been closed since June 19 as a preventive measure, following reports of several cases of gastroenteritis among a group of schoolchildren who had visited the beach area and these facilities.
The decision to close the park was made as a precaution, without confirming that the water attractions were the source of the outbreak. The Environmental Sustainability Department of the City Council, led by councillor Teresa Porras, has explained that preventive measures have been taken to ensure user safety. These include emptying the regulation tank for cleaning and waterproofing, to prevent grey water leaks.
Comprehensive Cleaning and New Tests
Additionally, the entire surface of the park has been cleaned and disinfected, and the water pumping and treatment system has been inspected. Following these tasks, the system has been activated, and quality control samples have been taken. The results, according to municipal sources, confirm that the water is suitable for bathing and play. The Water Park, which is free to access, features nine water play elements that operate with potable water, and has a chlorination and recirculation system that minimises consumption.
For residents of the Carretera de Cádiz district and the whole city, the reopening comes as a relief during the heatwave. The park is a highly used resource for families, especially during the summer months. The facilities will remain open until September 30, from 11:00 to 20:00. The councillor emphasised that "the health of citizens is the priority" and that actions have been taken with utmost diligence.
An Unconfirmed Outbreak and the Municipal Response
The closure occurred after the Public Health Service of the Junta de Andalucía reported the detection of several cases of gastroenteritis in schoolchildren who had been at the beach and visited the park. However, a direct causal relationship could never be established. The City Council opted for caution and immediately closed the facilities. Now, after the tests, it is confirmed that the water was safe at all times.
The swift action of the City Council has been positively assessed by regular users, who have had to seek alternative water leisure options in other parts of the city during these days. With the reopening, the park regains its usual activity and once again becomes a meeting point for the enjoyment of both young and old. However, those planning to visit in the coming days would do well to arrive early: the sun is strong and the desire to cool off is high.
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