City of Stratford Highlights Opportunities to Stay Cool During Heat Wave
With temperatures expected to soar into the mid-30s with high humidity over the next few days, the City of Stratford is reminding residents that there are public places available to beat the heat.
That includes:
- City Hall, 1 Wellington Street, open weekdays from 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
- Stratford Rotary Complex, 353 McCarthy Road West, open weekdays from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
- The Stratford Public Library, 19 St. Andrew Street, open during regular business hours (visit https://splibrary.ca/location for hours)
- Anne Hathaway Park splash pad near the corner of Downie and Bruce streets, open daily from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Free swims will be offered at the Stratford Lions Pool Wednesday, July 1 from 2:30-4 p.m. and 7-8:30 p.m., as well as Friday, July 3 from 7-8:30 p.m.
To protect yourself and others from overexposure to extreme heat, Huron Perth Public Health offers the following tips:
- Drink plenty of cool liquids, especially water, before you feel thirsty to decrease your risk of dehydration. You may be dehydrated before you start feeling thirsty.
- Reschedule or plan outdoor activities during cooler parts of the day.
- Wear loose-fitting, light-coloured clothing made of breathable fabric.
- Take a break from the heat by spending a few hours in a cool place, such as a tree-shaded area or air-conditioned space.
- Take cool showers or baths until you feel refreshed.
- Prepare meals that don’t need to be cooked in your oven.
- Block sun out by closing curtains or blinds during the day.
- Avoid sun exposure. Shade yourself by wearing a wide-brimmed, breathable hat or using an umbrella.
- Never leave people or pets inside a parked vehicle or in direct sunlight.
- Check in on neighbours, friends and older family members, especially those with chronic illness, to make sure they are cool and hydrated.
For more information, please visit the Huron Perth Public Health website at hpph.ca/extremeheat
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