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Heat Wave Forces Bergen Zoo to Close Early
2 Jul
Summary
- Zoo closing early for three days due to extreme heat.
- Temperatures expected to reach 105 degrees; thunderstorms loom.
- Summer camps after 1 p.m. will still proceed as scheduled.
Due to an extreme heat warning, the Bergen County Zoo has enacted early closures for three consecutive days. The zoo closed at 1 p.m. on Wednesday and will do so again on Thursday and Friday. This measure comes as temperatures have surged into the upper 90s and are forecast to reach as high as 105 degrees, with severe thunderstorms anticipated.
While the zoo's public hours are shortened, summer camps scheduled for after 1 p.m. will proceed as planned. The zoo acknowledged the dedication of its animal care staff, who will continue their duties on the grounds throughout the intense heat. The Bergen County Zoo is located within Van Saun County Park in Paramus.
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