STOCKTON, Calif. — All Stockton and San Joaquin County parks are being closed to the public due to tree hazards and flooding, according to officials.
Rain and wind surfaced tree roots and branches were weakened by years of drought conditions in Stockton. Recent and upcoming storms softened the ground and many trees and other branches are falling, according to city officials.
Officials are posting signage discouraging people from accessing, passing through or walking near city parks. Trees that have fallen in parks and are not blocking structures, vehicles, sidewalks, or streets, will be addressed after forecasted storm systems have passed, according to city officials.
Residents are asked to report trees that have fallen into streets or the public right-of-way by calling (209) 937-8341. For emergencies, call 911.
San Joaquin County officials are closing all regional, community and neighborhood parks Wednesday ahead of the storm due to forecasted 60+ mph wind gusts.
County park officials have also closed the following:
- Micke Grove Regional Park
- Oak Grove Regional Park
- Regional Sports Complex
- Dos Reis Regional Park
- Mossdale Crossing Regional Park
- Westgate Landing Regional Park and the Westgate campgrounds
- Dos Reis campground and boat launch facilities
- Mossdale Crossing boat launch facilities
The closings are expected to last through Thursday, but may extend into Friday depending on weather conditions.
Some parks and campgrounds were significantly damaged during the New Year's Eve storm and will remain closed through the weekend. Find more information HERE.
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