Air Quality and Heat Warning Issued for Grimsby

Environment Canada has issued an Orange Air Quality Warning and a Yellow Heat Warning for Grimsby, with today's Air Quality Health Index reaching Very High Risk due to wildfire smoke. Environment Canada is advising residents to limit time outdoors and to reschedule or cancel outdoor sports, activities, and events. In response, the Town is sharing the following updates:

Pool Closure
• Grimsby Lions Community Pool is closed for the remainder of today
• Tonight's swim lessons are cancelled
• More information on tomorrow's status will be shared as conditions are assessed

Burn Ban
• A complete burn ban is now in effect across Grimsby
• All outdoor burning is prohibited until further notice, including residential, farm, camping, and special event burn permits
• All current permits are suspended while the ban remains in effect
• Anyone found burning during the ban may face enforcement action, charges, and/or loss of current and future burn permit privileges
• The Grimsby Fire Department is monitoring conditions and will notify permit holders when the ban is lifted

Cooling Spaces
• Cooling spaces remain open as needed at the Peach King Centre and the Grimsby Public Library for anyone looking to get out of the heat - for more information, visit: https://www.grimsby.ca/living-in/emergency-services-and-safety/heat-alerts-and-warnings/ 

The Town will continue to monitor conditions closely and share updates here and on official social platforms as they become available. Thank you for your patience and cooperation in helping keep our community safe.