By Jacque Day
Metropolis, Ill. – Harrah's officials closed the Metropolis Hotel and Casino at 5 PM Sunday due to rising river levels. Senior Vice President Mark Osterhaus says though the casino boat is unimpaired, the land access to the facility is obstructed by water and the parking lot is flooded. The closure, he says, is to ensure the safety of the employees and guests. They have no notice as to when the hotel and casino will reopen.