New Hanover County splash pad closed, struck by lightning

NEW HANOVER COUNTY, NC (WWAY) — The splash pad in New Hanover County is closed Tuesday because of a lightning strike during strong storms Monday night.

According to a post on the New Hanover County Parks and Gardens Facebook page, the splash pad at Long Leaf Park experienced a lightning strike power surge last night and there is no power to the control panel.

It will remain closed until staff can get the panel back up and running.