Here’s where to cool down in Burlington during the heatwave
Published July 25, 2023 at 9:54 pm
Extreme heat and humidity starting Wednesday (July 26) and continuing until the weekend has prompted a warning from Environment Canada for Burlington, Oakville, Milton and Halton Hills.
The warning is issued when temperatures are expected to reach 31 degrees Celsius or more with overnight temperatures above 20 degrees Celsius for two days, or when a humidex of 40 or higher is expected for two days.
Especially at risk
- older adults (over the age of 65), infants and young children, people who work and exercise in the heat, people without adequate housing and those without air conditioning; and
- people who have breathing difficulties, heart problems, kidney problems or are taking medication that increase their heat-health risk.
Prevention tips
- drink plenty of cool liquids, especially water;
- avoid strenuous outdoor activities;
- seek shade from the sun;
- spend time in air-conditioned places, such as shopping malls and community centres; and
- visit friends and neighbours who may be at risk and never leave people or pets in your care unattended in a car.
If you or someone in your care experiences rapid breathing, headache, confusion, weakness or fainting, please seek medical attention right away.
550 Plains Rd. E.
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Another option to stay refreshed can be found at one of the many public pools and splash pads throughout the city.
Indoor pools
Outdoor pools and splash parks
Splash pads
- Bolus Garden Parkette Splash Pad
- Brant Hills Park Splash Pad
- DesJardines Park Splash Pad
- Dofasco Waterjet Plaza
- Hidden Valley Park Splash Pad
- Ireland Park Splash Pad
- Millcroft Park Splash Pad
- Norton Community Park Splash Pad
- Orchard Community Park Splash Pad
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