CORPUS CHRISTI, Texas — The YMCA of the Coastal Bend is temporarily closing its doors effective Wednesday, Oct. 30 until further notice, according to a statement.

The YMCA stated that the safety of everyone who enters its doors is and will always be the top priority.

The statement stated that a recent evaluation of the facility was conducted and it was determined that it was in the YMCA’s best interest to temporarily close the facility to make a number of repairs and improvements.

“We recognize that this is inconvenient for our staff, members, and everyone who relies on our programs and facility,” the statement said.

As of now, it is unknown when the facility will reopen its doors to the public, but KRIS 6 News will keep you updated with the latest information as it becomes available.