Based on Environment and Climate Change Canada’s forecast, the Office of Emergency Management, in consultation with the Medical Officer of Health, has terminated the Extreme Cold Weather Alert as of noon today.
Out of an abundance of caution, due to colder nighttime temperatures and forecasted wind chill values, the warming centres at the following locations will remain open:
When they close, details will be shared on the City of Toronto’s twitter channel and on the City’s website that lists services for those experiencing homelessness and under-housed individuals at http://www.toronto.ca/homelesshelp.
More information and tips for staying warm during cold weather are available at https://www.toronto.ca/community-people/health-wellness-care/health-programs-advice/extreme-cold-weather/.
Information to help residents prepare for extreme weather and weatherproof their homes is available at https://www.toronto.ca/extremeweatherready.
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