Heat Alerts and Warnings

Heat Warning Issued for Northern Niagara Region from July 8 to 9

Environment Canada has issued a Heat Warning for Northern Niagara Region, with hot and humid conditions forecasted for today, Monday, July 8, 2024, through Tuesday, July 9, 2024.

Daytime highs are expected to be near 31 degrees Celsius with humidex values of 35 to 38. There will be little relief through the overnight as lows are expected to be 20 degrees Celsius or above. A cooler airmass is expected to arrive Tuesday night.

Below is a list of resources for Grimsby residents looking to stay cool or find some relief from the extreme heat.

Staying Healthy and Safe During Extreme Heat

Environment Canada issues heat alerts when:

• The humidex is 40°C or higher for two consecutive days

• Daily temperatures are expected to reach 31°C or higher and overnight temperatures are at least 20°C or higher, for two consecutive days

Public Health lists at-risk populations and ways to protect yourself during a heat warning. 

Cooling Spaces in Grimsby

Anyone seeking relief from the extreme heat is welcome at the following Town facilities and outdoor spaces during heat alerts:

Beaches

Casablanca Beach Park (565 N. Service Road, Grimsby)
Nelles Beach (91 Lake St., Grimsby)
Fifty Point Conservation – fees apply 

• See Beach Water Testing results in Niagara.
• Beaches are unsupervised.

Splash Pads

Hours: 9:00 a.m. – 9:00 p.m.

• Peach King Centre (162 Livingston Ave., Grimsby) 

• Lions Park (1 Elm St., Grimsby)

Pool

Grimsby Lion’s Community Pool (1 Elm St., Grimsby)

Please visit our Public Swimming webpage to learn more about our pool programs and hours. FREE public swims when a High Heat Alert has been activated.  Water filling station available.

Grimsby Museum (6 Murray St., Grimsby)

Tuesday - Friday 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Saturday and Sunday 12:00 p.m. – 4:00 p.m.

Learn more about the Grimsby Museum. 

Grimsby Public Library (18 Carnegie Lane., Grimsby)

Monday – Thursday 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Friday and Saturday 9:00 a.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Sunday closed. 

Learn more about the Grimsby Public Library.  Water filling station available.

Livingston Activity Centre (18 Livingston Ave., Grimsby)

Monday - Friday 8:45 a.m. – 4:15 p.m15 p.m.
Please note that the office is closed daily from 12:15 p.m. – 12:45 p.m.

Learn more about the Livingston Activity Centre.  Water filling station available.

Social Supports in Grimsby & Niagara

GBF Community Services 
Website
phone: 905-309-5664

Community Care of West Niagara 
Website
phone: 905-563-5822

Emergency Contacts

Police & Ambulance
9-1-1 (emergency only)

Women & Youth Shelters
Call 2-1-1 or visit 211.ca

Social Service Programs, Hostels/Homelessness Prevention & Emergency Assistance 

Call Niagara Region toll-free 1-800-263-7215 or visit:

• Emergency Shelters | Niagara Region
• Social Service Programs in the Community / Niagara Region

Stay up to date

• Follow Environment Canada for the most up-to-date alerts.
  
• Visit Niagara Region’s website to learn how to protect yourself during heat alerts.