News release

Mainland Parks Close due to Pending Storm

Natural Resources (to July 2018)
Emergency Management Office

All provincial parks in mainland Nova Scotia, including camping, beach parks and day-use facilities, will be closed to the public because of severe weather conditions expected from Tropical Storm Irene.

The facilities will close at 1 p.m. today, Aug. 28, until further notice.

"Public safety has to be at the forefront when dealing with expected high winds and storm surge from this massive system," said acting Natural Resources Minister John MacDonell.

Full refunds will be given for camping park cancellations because of Tropical Storm Irene. Call 1-888-544-3434 for refunds and further updates about parks and the storm.

All locations will be re-evaluated for damage or safety concerns on a case-by-case basis.

Public notice of park reopenings will be provided on the provincial parks website and through news updates.

For more information on provincial parks, visit <ahref="http://www.novascotiaparks.ca">www.novascotiaparks.ca</a>