Extended Heat Warning - August 8, 2022
Extended Heat Warning notification for the City of Hamilton
HAMILTON, ON – The Medical Officer of Health for the City of Hamilton has initiated an Extended Heat Warning beginning on August 8, 2022. The Extended Heat Warning stays in effect until a cancellation notice is sent.
Heat event is expected to continue today. Maximum temperatures are expected to be near thirty.Humidex values are expected to reach near 40.
Relief from humidity and cooler temperatures are expected on Tuesday.
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 Open 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
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.
Reduce your risk of heat-related illness by following these precautions:
* Drink plenty of water. Avoid drinking alcoholic and caffeinated beverages on hot days.
* Go to an air-conditioned place. Visit a designated cool place listed on www.hamilton.ca/heat<http://www.hamilton.ca/heat>
* Dress to protect from the heat. Wear lightweight, loose-fitting, light coloured clothing. Wear a hat or take an umbrella to keep your head cool and don’t forget sunscreen.
* Take it easy. Limit physical activities (walking, running, gardening, etc.) during the day. If rescheduling activities to dawn or dusk when it may be cooler, protect yourself with insect repellant as mosquitoes are more active at such times. Check labels to apply
* Cool off. Take a cool bath or shower.
* Keep your living space cool. Close your blinds or curtains. Open windows to let air circulate when using a fan.
* Never leave children or pets alone in closed vehicles. Temperatures in a car can become life threatening within minutes.
* Check on your neighbours and family.
Additional Resources
Information about the Heat Alert and Response System visit www.hamilton.ca/heat.
For tips on coping with the heat and places to cool off visit www.hamilton.ca/heat or call 905-546-CITY (2489).
City of Hamilton Indoor and Outdoor Pool Locations and Schedules www.hamilton.ca/recreation.
Information on how heat affects human health is available on the Health Canada website.
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Annex Gallery: July - September 2022
Steelworkers and Industry by Steven Agro
As a former employee of Stelco, I have experienced the inner workings of the steel industry. More importantly, I was inspired to document the immediate energy and heat found within the four walls of the steel mills while also honouring a population of Hamiltonians. They deserve recognition for their endurance and productivity. I have captured these impressions through my oil paintings. With the significant changes and downsizing in the steel industry, many of the steel processes I present are no longer used. I believe this has harmed Hamilton in the form of job losses. I hope there might be some historical perspective to see in these paintings so that people can remember them as a historical record of the steel industry of Hamilton.
Steven's works have appeared in private and corporate collections.
- Hamilton Art Sales and Rentals at the Hamilton Art Gallery
- Burlington Art Centre
- Earls Court Gallery
- Dundas Valley School of Art Auction
I have also participated in solo and group shows. Most recently, I was one of a few artists featured in Building Cultural Legacies.
For further references:
stevenagro.com
buildingculturallegacies.ca