Toronto's Medical Officer of Health has issued an Extreme Cold weather alert for the city of Toronto
Dr. Eileen de Villa, Toronto's Medical Officer of Health, has issued the alert that will be in effect until further notice. Environment Canada is forecasting temperatures to plunge to -16c overnight. An alert is issued when temperatures drop to at least -15c.
Those most at risk of cold-related illness are people experiencing homelessness or those under-housed, those who work outdoors, people with a pre-existing heart condition or respiratory illness, elderly people, infants and young children. People with heart problems can experience worsening of their condition up to several days after cold weather occurs.
The City asks that residents help vulnerable people by calling 311 if there is a need for street outreach assistance. Call 911 if the situation is an emergency.