Caring for our city’s most vulnerable becomes especially critical in extreme weather conditions. Updates will be posted here when the extreme weather response is activated.
Water stations will be installed across the city and remain operational until September 30, 2025.
Extreme heat is activated when the forecast is anticipated to have daytime temperatures of 29 degrees Celsius or higher during the days and lows of 14 degrees Celsius or higher during the nights for at least 3 days in a row.
During Extreme Heat
Extreme heat can be dangerous. Drink lots of water even before feeling thirsty and stay in a cool place. You can access City of Edmonton recreation facilities and libraries to take a break from the extreme heat.
Symptoms of Heat Illness
Dizziness or fainting
Nausea of vomiting
Rapid breathing and heartbeat
Extreme thirst
Decreased urination with unusually dark urine
Lack of sweat
Confusion
Fainting
Unconsciousness
Remember to check on older family, friends and neighbours and never leave people or pets inside a parked vehicle. Outdoor workers should also take regularly scheduled breaks in a cool place.
High Risk Air Quality Conditions
The threshold for poor air quality activations is 2 days in a row with a score of 7 or higher on the Air Quality Health Index.
During high-risk air quality conditions, City of Edmonton facilities, such as recreation centres, pools and libraries, are available during regular hours for anyone needing respite from the smoke.
Note: Transit centres and LRT stations are not suitable for taking a break from smoke, as most of these facilities are open to the outdoors and do not have controlled indoor climates.
This response is guided by City Policy C620.
N95 Masks
N95 masks are available at the following locations:
Any Edmonton Public Library: Find your location
Recreation Centres and Pools
ACT Aquatic and Recreation Centre
Bonnie Doon Leisure Centre
Booster Juice Recreation Centre in Terwillegar
Central Lions Recreation Centre
Clareview Community Recreation Centre
Commonwealth Community Recreation Centre
Confederation Leisure Centre
Dr. Anne Anderson Community Centre
Eastglen Leisure Centre
Grand Trunk Fitness and Leisure Centre
Hardisty Fitness and Leisure Centre
Jasper Place Leisure Centre
Kinsmen Sports Centre
Londonderry Fitness and Leisure Centre
Mill Woods Senior and Multicultural Centre
Northgate Lions Seniors Recreation Centre
O’Leary Fitness and Leisure Centre
Mill Woods Recreation Centre
The Meadows Community Recreation Centre
Outdoor Swimming Pools
Borden
Fred Broadstock
Millcreek
Wîhkwêntôwin
Queen Elizabeth
City Attractions
City Hall Fountain
Edmonton Valley Zoo
Muttart Conservatory
Other City Facilities
What Edmontonians Can Do To Help
Take any and all actions to reduce exposure to smoke. For example, keep all building and vehicle windows and doors closed as much as possible.
Check in on older family, friends and neighbours.
Extreme Heat Response
The extreme weather response helps ensure the health and safety of all Edmontonians, particularly those who are vulnerable to extreme weather conditions. The extreme heat response is activated when the forecast is anticipated to have daytime temperatures of 29 degrees Celsius or higher during the days and lows of 14 degrees Celsius or higher during the nights for at least 3 days in a row.
This response is guided by City Policy C620.
Sector Emergency Response
The City actively participates in the Sector Emergency Response, a collaboration between the City, Homeward Trust and more than 25 system and partner agencies working together to keep our vulnerable citizens safe and warm every night.
The City and partners determine when it’s appropriate to activate the City’s extreme weather response, considering weather conditions and existing capacity within community spaces for people experiencing homelessness to safely shelter.
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Contact Us
311 Contact Centre
Phone 311 | Outside of Edmonton: 780-442-5311 | TTY 711