Extreme Cold Weather Alert Issued for January 30, 2025
Local authorities have issued an extreme cold weather alert for Thursday, January 30, 2025. Residents in the Northeast of Ontario, including Timmins, should prepare for temperatures that are expected to drop to -25 degrees Celsius overnight, with wind chill considered.
Health officials caution that exposure to these extreme temperatures can lead to serious health conditions, such as frostbite and hypothermia. To reduce these risks, it is advised to avoid wind exposure, dress in warm layers, and cover all exposed skin when outdoors.
Emergency shelter is available at 316 Spruce St. S. for those in need of a safe place during the cold weather.
Residents are urged to take necessary precautions to ensure their safety during this period of extreme cold.