Fall River pool set to cool off Fall River residents

The pool in Lafayette Park is soon to open according to the State of Massachusetts.

The Vietnam Veterans Memorial Swimming Pool and Spray Deck at 339 Eastern Avenue will be opening on June 23rd and will stay open until August 23rd. Hours of operation will be Sunday – Friday, 11:15 a.m.-6:45 p.m. In July, it will be open on Thursday nights until 7:45 p.m. and in August it will be open on Thursday nights until 7:30 p.m.

DCR has the following rules and recommendations for the pool:

Follow the direction of the Park staff at all times.
Take a cleansing shower before entering the pool.
Practice sun safety:
Always wear sunscreen.
Seek shaded areas.
Protect your skin from direct sun exposure.
Children must always be under supervision by a parent or guardian.
Proper swim suits required.
Only Swim Diapers allowed in pools.
No changing diapers, clothes, or washing children at the side of the pool.
No person with a communicable disease allowed in pool.
No person with open wounds or wounds covered by a medical bandage allowed in pool.
No running or horse play
No alcohol
No glass containers
Diving is only allowed in authorized areas.

If you have any questions, you can contact pool staff at (508) 679-8830.