Media Contact Only: John A. Stokes, (202) 673-2195

The DC Department of Parks and Recreation (DPR) has announced that due to the recent heavy rains, all DPR natural grass fields will be closed today, Wednesday, May 27, 2009.

Poor and unsafe field conditions have been created by the heavy rains.  All DPR artificial turf athletic fields remain open for use.  For more information call DPR Athletic Programs, (202) 671-1700.