Preston pool reopens

Swimming while social distancing

It's another sign that summer is right around the corner... ?

"(and that things are beginnig to return to normal in phase 3 of the governor's reopening plan.

.... pools in southeastern minnesota are starting to open.

That's where we find kimt news 3's annalise johnson.

She joins us live in preston.

Annalise?

Live katie ?

"* today is the preston swimming pool's opening day.

It's one of the first pools to open in the area.

Chatfield's pool opened last friday ?

"* and more in the area are expected to open in the coming days.

60 people are currently allowed inside at a time ?

"* and pool staff track that number.

60 is below 50% capacity ?

"* so that number may rise in the future depending on how things go.

Swimmers are expected to keep 6 feet of distance ?

"* and there's x's on the pool deck to help them do so.

There will be a break every 2 hours to allow staff to sanitize the facility ?

"* and a limited number of patrons are allowed in the changing rooms at a for people to just feel secure that we take health and everyone's safety very seriously but we also realize the importance of fresh air and exercise is just as important to kids and community members at this time the pool is still open for about another 3 hours tonight.

While some aquatic centers are doing a reservation system ?

"* the preston pool is allowing thank you annalise.

To minimize contact between staff and patrons ?

"* no food will be sold at the concession stand.... and only cold drinks will be served.