On days when a heat warning is issued, it is advised to:
- Drink lots of water
- Stay out of the sun
- Limit outdoor activity to morning and evening hours
- Stay in air-conditioned places
Seniors and young children are particularly at risk during heat and smog-related weather conditions. Residents are encouraged to call or visit family, friends and neighbours to make sure they are okay, especially isolated adults and seniors, who are at greater risk of suffering from heat-related illness.
Cooling Centres and Locations
During a Heat Alert, the following community centres will be available as cooling centres.
Steve Kerr Memorial Complex (965 Binning St W. Listowel, ON)
- Hours: 9:00 a.m. - 9:00 p.m.
North Perth Public Library Branches
Atwood Branch located at 218A Main St. Atwood
Monday: 12:00 p.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Thursday: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Saturday: 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Listowel Branch located at 260 Main St W. Listowel
Monday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Tuesday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Thursday: 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Friday: 10:00 a.m. - 5:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m.
Monkton Branch located at 200 Nelson St. Monkton
Tuesday: 11:00 a.m. - 2:00 p.m.
Wednesday: 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Thursday: 3:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:00 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.
Atwood Lions Pool - 269 Main St. Atwood, ON (519-356-2630)
Listowel Kinsmen Pool - 455 Royal St. E. Listowel, ON (519-291-5387)
Listowel Kinette Splash Pad - 455 Royal St. E, Listowel, ON
-
- The splash pad is open from 9:00 am-8:00 pm daily.