With the U.S. government shut down, national parks across the country remain partially open—but with significantly reduced services.

The situation has park advocates warning of potential damage to some of America's most treasured natural sites and economic hardship for surrounding communities. 

CGTN's Nitza Soledad Perez has the story from Everglades National Park in Florida.

For more, check out our exclusive content on CGTN Now and subscribe to our weekly newsletter, The China Report.