Here’s Where To Stay Warm in Oakville During Cold Alert in Halton
Published January 10, 2019 at 11:09 pm
The Region of Halton issued a cold weather alert as of Thursday, January 10, warning that temperatures could drop to as low as -15 Celsius.
The Region of Halton issued a cold weather alert as of Thursday, January 10, warning that temperatures could drop to as low as -15 Celsius.
As such, the Town of Oakville has indicated that there are a number of town facilities where residents can stay warm and limit any outdoor activities.
The following are available in Oakville as warming centres during the cold weather alert:
Town Hall
Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Oakville Public Library
Visit the Oakville Public Library website for all branch hours
Oakville Greenhouse
January 15 through June: Monday to Sunday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Sixteen Mile Sports Complex
Monday to Sunday 6 a.m. to midnight
Glen Abbey Community Centre
Monday to Thursday 6 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Friday 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Iroquois Ridge Community Centre
Monday to Thursday 6 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Friday 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 8 am. to 7 p.m.
Queen Elizabeth Park Community and Cultural Centre
Monday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.
River Oaks Community Centre
Monday to Thursday 6 a.m. to 10:30 p.m.
Friday 6 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 8 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Sir John Colborne Seniors’ Centre
Monday, Thursday, Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday, Wednesday 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Oakville Seniors’ Centre
Monday, Wednesday to Friday 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
Tuesday 8:30 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Oakville Museum
Tuesday to Sunday 1 to 4:30 p.m.
During cold alerts and cold weather, the following is recommended:
- Dress appropriately when going outside – frostbite can occur within minutes.
- Cover exposed skin using multiple layers of loose-fitting clothes with a wind-resistant outer layer, a hat, mittens, and scarf.
- If you get wet, change into dry clothing as soon as possible. You lose heat faster when you’re wet.
- Drink warm fluids – but NO alcohol or caffeinated beverages, as they cause your body to lose heat faster.
- Keep moving – especially your hands and feet.
- Take shelter from the wind to reduce wind chill exposure.
- Keep your vehicle well-maintained.
- Prepare emergency kits for your home and car.
- Always be on the lookout for signs of frostbite and hypothermia.
- Plan ahead and check the weather forecast!
Stay warm and safe, Oakville!
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