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The town urges residents to stay cool during heat alert
July 5, 2010 - For immediate release
Halton Region's Health Department issued a heat alert today as a result of the humidex advisory from Environment Canada and the smog alert from the Ministry of the Environment. In response to these alerts, the Town of Oakville is urging its residents to take the necessary precautions to limit outdoor activity and keep cool. "To help cope with the heat, residents should take advantage of Oakville's air-conditioned community centres, library branches and Town Hall, or take a dip at one of our pools," said Nina deVaal, director of Recreation and Culture. Below is a list of air-conditioned public facilities and hours of operation: | | | | | | | | 7 a.m.-10:30 p.m. | | | 7 a.m.-10:30 p.m. | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | | In addition to the regular recreational swim schedules, the following pools offer extended swim programs:
Please note, during extended swims the water slide may not be in use. For regular pool hours and locations, please visit the pools web page. During heat and smog alerts, the following is recommended: - Drink lots of water (avoid caffeinated and alcoholic beverages).
- Check regularly on children, neighbours, the elderly, persons with disabilities and chronic illnesses.
- Stay in an air-conditioned place (if possible) and only go outdoors during the coolest part of the day.
- Limit outdoor exercise.
- Avoid the sun by wearing loose-fitting clothing, hat and sunglasses and apply sunscreen 20 to 30 minutes before going outside.
Parents with children attending town-run summer day camp programs are reminded to pack extra drinks and to freeze drinks the night before if possible. It is also a good idea to pack a change of clothes and towel daily, as the campers will get wet most days. "During a heat wave, program plans will be modified slightly to reflect more passive games that require less physical exertion," explained deVaal. "Staff will ensure games are played in as cool a space as possible, either inside the gym or in the shade." Recreation staff will also try to increase water games during the day. Where applicable, staff will be encouraged to utilize the nearby splash pads. All staff and campers will have regularly scheduled water/sunscreen breaks in an effort to keep hydrated and cool. For more information about Oakville's pools and facilities, please visit the pools web page. For more information about heat and smog alerts, visit the Halton Region website. -30- For more information contact: Nina deVaal, Director
Recreation and Culture
Town of Oakville
905-845-6601, ext. 3112
ndevaal@oakville.ca
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