Heat Warning Notification for the City of Hamilton
Heat Warning Notification for the City of Hamilton
The Medical Officer of Health for the City of Hamilton has initiated a Heat Warning beginning on July 19, 2019. Heat Warnings stay in effect until they are cancelled or escalated to an Extended Heat Warning.
Significant heat and humidity will arrive on Friday.
Daytime temperatures in the low to mid thirties with afternoon humidex values of 40 or higher and night time minimum temperatures in the low to mid twenties are expected for Friday and Saturday.
A cooler and less humid air mass is forecast to arrive in the wake of a weak cold front Sunday.
The City of Hamilton and participating community agencies are responding to the heat by offering “cool places” to go during all stages of a heat event. These locations can be identified by a “Cool Down Here” sign at the entrance. As part of the heat response plan regularly scheduled Leisure Swims at all City of Hamilton indoor and outdoor pools will be free of charge. There are many spray pads, additional cool places and outdoor pools across Hamilton.
For more information, visit www.hamilton.ca/heat.
The Salvation Army has launched its mobile water distribution response and is distributing water to those in need of hydration.
Signs of heat exhaustion include heavy sweating, weakness, cold, pale and clammy skin, weak pulse, fainting and vomiting. If experiencing symptoms, seek help right away – call 9-1-1 if needed.
Notice of Temporary Accessible Service Disruption at the Mount Hope Bookmobile Stop
The accessible chair lift service at the Mount Hope Bookmobile Stop is currently out of order. The length of the disruption is unknown at this time. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Overdrive Magazines Subscription
As of Wednesday July 17, 2019, HPL’s main magazine platform will be RBDigital. We will no longer offer magazines (current and back issues) through Overdrive after July 17.
With RB Digital, you can download the latest issue of your favourite magazines directly to your computer or mobile device. To get started, all you need is an email address and a valid Hamilton Public Library card to access hundreds of different magazines. Happy Reading!
Central Library Windows Replacement
Window replacement begins at Central Library on Monday April 22 and is expected to take four months to complete. There is protective construction hoarding around Central’s main stairs, Floors 1 to 5. Access each floor via Stairwell #1 (North Stairwell #1) and the main elevators.
