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Okana Resort Waterpark Reopens After Chlorine Level Crisis

9/13/2025

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The Oklahoma City-County Health Department is investigating water quality issues at Okana Resort's waterpark following a failed inspection.
The $400 million resort, which opened in February, closed temporarily after a July 21 inspection revealed zero chlorine levels in its lagoon.
Chlorine levels were later adjusted to 3.2 parts per million, allowing the pool to reopen after four hours.
Health officials emphasize chlorine's role in eliminating illness-causing pathogens.
Okana's General Manager asserts the resort prioritizes safety with chemical checks every two hours.

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The Oklahoma City-County Health Department is investigating water quality issues at Okana Resort's waterpark following a failed inspection.
The $400 million resort, which opened in February, closed temporarily after a July 21 inspection revealed zero chlorine levels in its lagoon.
Chlorine levels were later adjusted to 3.2 parts per million, allowing the pool to reopen after four hours.
Health officials emphasize chlorine's role in eliminating illness-causing pathogens.
Okana's General Manager asserts the resort prioritizes safety with chemical checks every two hours.