Whitby: The Health Department is advising Durham Region residents that the extended heat warning issued July 29 is now terminated.
The Health Department will continue to monitor information received from Environment and Climate Change Canada and will provide updates, as necessary, to area residents.
Earlier, Environment and Climate Change Canada had extended the Heat Warning for Durham Region until Tuesday, July 30.
Due to the extreme heat warning , Oshawa has:
Coldstream and Bridle Park Playground Programs have been cancelled for the afternoon of Monday, July 29. All other Playgrounds Program locations will run with an emphasis on passive games and activities in shade, with frequent breaks. Children should wear sunscreen, hat and bring a water bottle.
Camp Samac Pool, Rotary Pool, Lakeview Park Beach and splash pads will extend their hours and remain open until sunset on Monday, July 29.
Artificial turf users should be aware of the potential for heat-related injuries. Ensure participants have access to drinking water, shade and take opportunities for breaks. Protect exposed skills from direct contact with turf.
Oshawa said it has plenty of options to stay cool during the hot weather:
- Swim at an indoor or outdoor City pool– enjoy free leisure swims all summer at Rotary Park Pool or on long weekends at Camp Samac Pool!
- Cool down at a neighbourhood Splash Pad
- Stop by one of the City’s air-conditioned facilities – for operating hours, view the facilities webpage
All outside activities are weather permitting.
Reminders:
- Consider spending the hottest part of the day in public buildings that have air conditioning. If you do go outdoors, drink plenty of water, seek shade and wear light-coloured, loose-fitting clothing, sunglasses and a hat. Don’t forget your sunscreen. To learn more about what to do during extreme heat, visit our Emergency Instructions webpage.
- Check on vulnerable friends, neighbours, family and pets to ensure they are not experiencing any difficulties related to the weather.
- Durham Region outreach staff actively patrol the city to refer individuals without shelter or in need of services to resources in the community. If you see or know someone in need of immediate emergency shelter call 9-1-1 or visit the Region of Durham’s Emergency Shelters webpage or the City’s Unsheltered webpage at www.oshawa.ca/unsheltered.
- Residents are encouraged to check alerts and forecasts from Environment Canada. For more information on Durham Region Heat Warnings, visit www.durham.ca/heat.
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