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Take precautions for protection from heat-related illnesses
The Town of Cobourg would like to advise all residents to take precautions due to the hot temperatures expected over the next week.
• Sunday, June 22: The temperature is a daytime high of 31° with 30% chance of rain during the day, at nighttime low of 21°
• Monday, June 23: The temperature is a daytime high of 33°, nighttime low of 21°
• Tuesday, June 24: The temperature is a daytime high of 32° with 30% chance of rain during the day, nighttime low of 21°
• Wednesday, June 25: The temperature is a daytime high of 27° with 40% chance of rain during the day, nighttime low of 17°
The Town of Cobourg is advising residents to take precautions to protect themselves from heat-related illnesses. Heat-related illnesses such as dehydration, heat cramps, heat exhaustion, and heat stroke can be very dangerous, especially to those most vulnerable to health risks including people who work outdoors, people who are unhoused, elderly and some people with disabilities or chronic diseases, people who are pregnant, and children and infants.
The Town of Cobourg would like to advise all residents, that those who require temporary respite from the heat are welcome to attend one of the following municipal cooling centres.
Town of Cobourg Temporary Cooling Centres:
• Victoria Hall, 55 King St W, Cobourg
o Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. – 7 p.m.
o Saturday 12 p.m. – 7 p.m.
• Cobourg Public Library, 200 Ontario St, Cobourg
o Monday to Wednesday: 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.
o Thursday to Saturday: 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
o Sunday: 1 p.m. to 5 p.m.
• Cobourg Community Centre 750 D’Arcy St, Cobourg
o Monday to Friday 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.
o Saturday to Sunday: 7 a.m. to 10 p.m.
Tips to Staying Cool Indoors
During an extreme heat warning staying indoors can limit direct sun exposure, but it can also cause potential health risks if indoor temperatures get too warm. Stay cool indoors by covering windows and using a fan to circulate air, keep lights off or low, avoid using the oven or hot appliances, take a cool bath or shower and turn on air conditioning, if available.
Tips to Staying Cool Outdoors
During an extreme heat warning it may not be possible for some people to remain indoors or access air-conditioned spaces. Stay cool outdoors by avoiding direct sunlight by staying in the shade, reducing physical activity and outdoor sports, wear loose-fitting and light-coloured clothing, and a wide-brimmed hat, and monitor yourself and others for signs of heat-related illness.
During extreme weather events, residents are remined to visit neighbours, friends, and older
family members to ensure their wellbeing.
Author: Pete Fisher
Has been a photojournalist for over 30-years and have been honoured to win numerous awards for photography and writing over the years. Best selling author for the book Highway of Heroes - True Patriot Love
