High visitation causes issues at Rock Island - Southern Standard

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High visitation causes issues at Rock Island

An onslaught of visitors at Rock Island State Park is creating parking issues and an increase in medical calls. During one medical call, emergency responders were hindered in their attempt by parked vehicles.

park is popular2.jpg — An onslaught of visitors at Rock Island State Park is creating parking issues and an increase in medical calls. During one medical call, emergency responders were hindered in their attempt by parked vehicles.

Rock Island State Park has always been a popular destination for visitors. Since reopening in May, the area is bursting with people.

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