Southwestern Public Health has issued a Cold Weather Alert due to extreme cold forecasted across the region. Environment Canada is predicting temperatures as low as -25°C, with wind chills reaching -27°C, beginning this evening and potentially continuing through Sunday, January 25, 2025.
Residents are encouraged to take precautions to reduce the risk of frostbite and hypothermia, particularly those most vulnerable to cold weather, including older adults, young children, outdoor workers, and individuals without adequate shelter. Stay indoors when possible, dress in warm layers, cover exposed skin, and check on vulnerable individuals.
Warming Centres in the City of St. Thomas:
Joe Thornton Community Centre
Address: 75 Caso Crossing St. Thomas, ON
Hours: 8 a.m. - 10 p.m.
Phone: 519-633-7112
The INN (formerly Inn Out of the Cold)
Address: 10 Princess Avenue, St. Thomas, ON
Open 24 hours, 7 days per week (overnight shelter available)
Phone: 519-637-9898
If someone is showing signs of hypothermia, call 911 immediately. For additional cold weather safety information, visit swpublichealth.ca.