Region of Halton Heat Alert Issued for Today June 24, 2013

The Town wishes to remind residents that when the Region issues a “Heat Alert” or if you are suffering from the heat, the Town has designated cooling centres for your relief.

Those most at risk include older adults (65+), infants and young children, and the chronically ill, including people with asthma. The public is encouraged to call or visit family and neighbours who may be at risk.

"We want our residents to know that they have cool, safe places to go to escape from the heat” says Mayor Rick Bonnette. “We have been in touch with community service providers to inform them of the Towns’ Cooling Centres as they deal first-hand with the people who may be most vulnerable”.

During a Heat Alert, the Town of Halton Hills would like to remind residents that they have facilities designated as “cooling centres”, open to provide relief from the heat. Please see attached for details.

The public is advised to "Beat the Heat" by taking these precautions:

• Drink lots of water and natural fruit juices

• Stay out of the blazing sun or heat (UV rays are strongest between the hours of 11:00 a.m. -1:00 p.m.)

• Avoid strenuous physical activity outdoors

• Go to places that are air conditioned, including shopping malls, libraries, community centres

• Never leave children and pets unattended in a car.

If you experience symptoms of heat-induced illness, such as rapid breathing, weakness or fainting, headache and/or confusion, seek medical attention right away.

TOWN OF HALTON HILLS – COOLING CENTRES

During periods of heat alert these facilities will be open as places of refuge for persons to seek relief from the heat; please call ahead or check the Town’s website www.haltonhills.ca/coolingcentres for detailed information including times, & map location.

Mold-Masters SportsPlex – 221 Guelph Street, Georgetown, 905-877-8488

Acton Arena & Community Centre – 415 Queen Street, Acton, 519-853-0020

Halton Hills Cultural Centre & Library (Georgetown Branch) – 9 Church Street, Georgetown, 905-873-2681

Halton Hills Public Library (Acton Branch) – 17 River Street, Acton, 519-853-0301

Halton Hills Civic Centre – 1 Halton Hills Drive, Georgetown, 905-873-2601

Gellert Community Centre – 10241 8th Line, Georgetown, 905-877-4244

Aquatic Facilities - Daily Recreational Swimming

Acton Indoor Pool* (519) 853-3140

Gellert Community Centre* (905) 877-4244

*Admission fees apply.

For recreational swimming schedules please call the pool of your choice:

Splash Pads - Open daily 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.

Gellert Park (10241 Eighth Line)

Dominion Gardens (135 Maple Avenue)

Superior Glove (Prospect Park 30 Park Avenue)