Everglades and Dry Tortugas National Park to Reopen after Tropical Storm Fay

The following press release was published by the U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service on Aug. 19, 2008. It is reproduced in full below.

Everglades and Dry Tortugas National Parks to reopen following the passage of Tropical Storm Fay.

Initial reports reveal that neither Everglades nor Dry Tortugas National Park were significantly impacted by Tropical Storm Fay.

Damage from winds, surge and flooding appear minimal.

All visitor areas of both parks anticipate reopening by 10:00 a.m. Wednesday, August 20. However, visitors are encouraged to phone ahead for information on concession operations and tours.

Additional visitor information can be obtained by calling 305-242-7700, or visiting www.nps.gov/ever.

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Source: U.S. Department of the Interior, National Park Service