Heat wave: cooling off area, precautions to take and special opening of the municipal swimming pool as of Wednesday, June 19, 2024!
The Civil Security of the Town of Sutton is warning the population about the heat wave currently underway.
The Town would also like to remind you of the precautions to take in case of extreme heat. In addition, a cooling off area will be available to the public at Town Hall and the municipal pool will open early this Wednesday, June 19, 2024. Come and cool off from 3 to 6 p.m. on Wednesday and Thursday, and from 1:15 to 6:30 p.m. from Friday to Sunday.
Cooling off area in the Community Room at Town Hall
The Town will be opening the Community Room on the 2nd floor of Town Hall so you can come inside and cool off. Someone will be on hand to welcome you tomorrow, Wednesday June 19, from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Don’t forget that in addition to the pool, the yellow arch, water games and outdoor showers are available in Goyette-Hill Park to help regulate the ambient heat. Please note that only the yellow arch is available at the park due to the Western Street roadworks.
Recommendations to avoid the harmful effects of heat
- HYDRATE WELL: Drink plenty of a variety of fluids (e.g. water, juice diluted with water, caffeine-free sports drinks) without waiting to feel thirsty, or in the quantities indicated by your doctor;
- STAY COOL: Spend at least two hours a day in a cool place (ideally with air conditioning). If outside, STAY IN THE SHADOW;
- REDUCE PHYSICAL EFFORT: From 10 a.m. until evening, avoid strenuous physical activity outdoors;
- WEAR LIGHTWEIGHT and light-colored clothing;
- USE THE WATER GAMES at Goyette-Hill Park;
- USE THE POOL at Goyette-Hill Park: see the special schedule below.
Specific recommendations – indoors
As indicated by the CIUSSS de l’Estrie-CHUS, recent evidence shows that maintaining an indoor temperature of 31 °C or more is dangerous for elderly persons, those with chronic diseases, and those with significant mental health disorders.
How do you lower indoor temperature?
In preparation for a heat wave:
- If possible, install a window air conditioner in at least one of the rooms.
- Install thermal curtains, roller shutters, or solar window films to block heat and sunlight.
During a heat wave:
- Keep curtains and blinds shut from 10 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. to block sunlight.
- Keep windows closed from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m. to trap cool air inside.
- Open the windows at 8:00 p.m. to allow cool air to flow in, and use fans to circulate the air indoors.
Please make sure that the vulnerable people in your life are all right!
Stay alert for heat warnings! For emergencies, call 9-1-1.
Opening hours of the municipal swimming pool for the 2024 season
The municipal pool will then officially open on a regular schedule from Monday, June 24, 2024. We are very pleased to announce that this summer, the municipal pool will return to a full-time schedule, and will therefore be open 7 days a week for 8 consecutive weeks!
Different free swims offered this year :
- Free swims: open to everyone
- Adult free swim: free swim for adults in the shallow end of the pool, to cool off.
- Lap swims: for ages 13 and up, with swim lanes to get moving and practice
The Civil Security of the Town of Sutton is continuing to monitor the situation closely. A followup will be made by the Town around 4 p.m. on Wednesday, June 19, 2024.