Municipal Cooling Centres Open

There are four Cooling Centres within the Municipality for residents to take advantage of to beat the heat during this week’s extreme heat event.

• John Levi Community Centre (182 Bridge Street, Almonte)

• Stewart Community Centre (112 MacFarlane Street, Pakenham)

• Almonte Branch of the Mississippi Mills Public Library (155 High Street)

• Pakenham Branch of the Mississippi Mills Public Library (128 MacFarlane Street)

See above for hours of operation.

The Gemmill Park Splash Pad is also open for residents needing to cool off. Hours are 8 a.m. to 9 p.m. daily.

Please exercise caution during this heat alert. High temperatures mixed with humidity can cause dehydration, heat exhaustion, heat stroke and more.