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Chicago Park District closing indoor pools because of lack of lifeguards

By FOX 32 Digital Team
Published  June 23, 2021 1:05pm CDT
Chicago Park District
FOX 32 Chicago

Chicago area park districts hiring lifeguards for summer

With summer quickly approaching, another shortage could put a hitch in your plans. Many places are in need of lifeguards.

CHICAGO - The Chicago Park District is closing indoor pools because of a lack of lifeguards.

Irene Tostado of the Chicago Park District told FOX 32 News that "indoor pools will close today [Wednesday] with the possibility of reopening at a later date."

The Chicago Park District said it is still continuing to try to hire enough lifeguards, offering $15.57 per hour and "one of the best office views in Chicago."

Lifeguard shortages are an issue across Chicago's suburbs and the nation. Indiana beaches reported a shortage of lifeguards earlier this summer.

Park districts looking to hire lifeguards for summer

With summer quickly approaching, another shortage could put a hitch in your plans. Many places are in need of lifeguards.