Freezing Rain Warning Issued for Peterborough and Surrounding Area
/A freezing rain warning was issued by Environment Canada for Peterborough and the surrounding area at 5 a.m. on Wednesday.
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Safety Tips for Residents From the City of Peterborough in The Event of a Utility Outage
/The City of Peterborough is providing safety tips for residents in the event of utility outages in advance of the major winter storm that is forecast to begin in the late hours of Thursday.
Photo by Samantha Bianco.
Peterborough could be hit with rapidly falling temperatures, potentially damaging winds along, snow and potential for blizzard conditions on Friday and into the weekend.
To protect their home and property during extended power outages during cold weather, residents are encouraged to:
leave the cold water tap open slightly so there is a trickle of water to prevent pipes from freezing
open cupboard doors to kitchen and bathroom sinks to allow the residual heat from inside the house will help keep the indoor pipes from freezing
keep fridges/freezers closed to keep items cold as long as possible
do not use barbeques or propane heaters indoors due to carbon monoxide risk
don't leave burning candles unattended
Peterborough Fire Services offers the following advice to keep you and your family safe from a winter fire:
Make sure your smoke and carbon monoxide alarms have battery backups
Plan two ways out of the home in case of an emergency. Clear driveway and front walk of ice and snow. This will provide easy access to your home
If possible, try to keep hydrants clear of snow and ice so firefighters can access them if needed
Make sure your house number can be seen from the street
Be ready if the heat stops working. Use extra layers of clothes and blankets to stay warm. If you use an emergency heat source, keep anything that can burn at least three feet away. NEVER use your oven to heat your home
Have flashlights or battery-powered lighting and fresh batteries. Never use candles. If you must use candles, never leave them unattended
Turn portable heaters off when you leave the room. Turn them off when you go to bed
Check on neighbours and others who may need help
Generators should be used outdoors. Keep them away from windows and doors. Do not run a generator inside your garage, even if the door is open. Never fuel a generator while it is running
Keep snow, ice, and other debris away from exhaust vents to prevent carbon monoxide poisoning
Stay at least 10 metres away from downed wires and report any downed wires to authorities: 1-888-664-9376 for Hydro One, or 911 if there is an immediate personal safety risk
Residents are encouraged to stay aware of winter weather and hydro outages. The Hydro One website provides an outage map, easy online reporting of outages and the ability to sign up for outage alerts.
The City is closely monitoring the developing winter storm and preparing to implement storm response operations/emergency management measures if required.
Special Weather Statement Advises Peterborough of Heavy Snowfall
/The Weather Network advises that snow is expected to begin in the Peterborough area Thursday afternoon and become heavy at times throughout Thursday evening.
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Total snowfall amounts of 10 to 15 centimetres are expected by Friday morning, with amounts exceeding 15 centimetres over the higher terrain north of Lake Ontario. Lesser snowfall amounts are forecast near the shoreline of Lake Ontario where snow may transition to rain.
Hazardous travel conditions due to heavy snow and blowing snow are also being reported, including for the evening commute. The Weather Network recommends ‘considering postponing non-essential travel until conditions improve’ and advises that visibility may be reduced due to the inclement weather.
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Frost Warning Issued for Peterborough and Nearby Areas
/Multiple sources have Peterborough and the surrounding area listed under a frost warning advisory for Friday.
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Government of Canada and the Weather Network have the frost advisory is in effect for:
Apsley - Woodview - Northern Peterborough County
Fenelon Falls - Balsam Lake Park - Northern Kawartha Lakes
Lindsay - Southern Kawartha Lakes
Peterborough City - Lakefield - Southern Peterborough County
Frost may damage frost-sensitive fruit trees and vegetable plants. Temperatures are expected to fall near the freezing mark in the evening.
The Weather Network advises everyone to cover up plants, especially those in frost-prone areas.
Frost advisories are issued when temperatures are expected to reach the freezing mark during the growing season. The unexpected cold weather can lead to potential damage and destruction to plants and crops.
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Severe Thunderstorm Warning For Peterborough and The Kawartha Lakes
/Environment Canada warns Peterborough County and Kawartha Lakes areas that severe thunderstorms are in store for the afternoon of Sept. 19.
Lightning storm in Bobcaygeon. Photo courtesy of Jay Callaghan.
Conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms capable of producing strong wind gusts up to 90 km/h, large hail two to three centimetres in diameter and heavy rainfall.
Large hail can damage property and cause injury. Strong wind gusts can toss loose objects, damage weak buildings, break branches off trees and overturn large vehicles. Heavy downpours can cause flash floods and water pooling on roads.
For more information visit https://www.ontario.ca/page/be-prepared-emergency.
Severe Thunderstorm Watch In Effect For Peterborough Area
/A severe thunderstorm watch is in effect for Peterborough, Southern and Northern Peterborough County, Lakefield and other areas. Issued by Environment Canada at 12:56 p.m. on Monday.
Photo by Shelley Goldkind Fine.
Monday’s conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms that may be capable of producing strong wind gusts and large hail, according to Environment Canada.
Storms are expected to begin Monday afternoon into Monday evening.
Heat Alert In Effect In Peterborough As Temperatures Expected To Reach Over 31 Degrees
/A heat alert is in effect for The City of Peterborough, as of Friday, with temperatures expected to reach over 31C for the Peterborough area and prolonged heat overnight.
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One Roof Community Centre is extending its hours of service on Saturday and Sunday. A lunch meal will be served between 1 p.m. and 2 p.m. each day.
The drop-in centre extended hours will be from:
1 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Saturday
8:30 a.m. to noon and 1 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. on Sunday
Outdoor water bottle filling stations are available at City facilities in the following locations:
Beavermead Park, 2011 Ashburnham Dr.
Eastgate Park, 2150 Ashburnham Dr..
Peterborough Marina, 92 George St. N.
The public is also able to refill water bottles at the Peterborough Public Library on Aylmer St. during its operating hours (Monday to Friday from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., and Saturday to Sunday from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.).
For information about how to protect yourself from hot weather, visit the Peterborough Public Health website.
Emergency shelters are available to people experiencing homelessness:
YES Shelter for Youth (705-748-3851) at 196 Brock St.
Brock Mission men’s shelter (705-748-4766) at 217 Murray St.
Cameron House women’s shelter (705-748-4766) at 738 Chemong Rd.
Overflow Shelter at 210 Wolfe St. (705-748-4766 – ask for Overflow Shelter)
Emergency After Hours Services related to emergency shelter are available through the Social Services by calling 705-926-0096. Please visit the Social Services website for information regarding the After Hours program.
Peterborough Splash Pad Hours Extended Amid Heat Warning
/The City of Peterborough has temporarily extended the hours of its splash pads as temperatures reach high 30’s on Wednesday.
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Splash pads will be open from 8 a.m. to 8 p.m.
Splash pads are open at:
King Edward Park, 455 George St. S.
Nicholls Oval, 725 Armour Rd.
Rogers Cove, 131 Maria St.
Kinsmen Park, 1 Kinsmen Way (Sherbrooke Street and Clonsilla Avenue)
Barnardo Park, Barnardo Avenue north of Sunset Boulevard
Turner Park, corner of Chamberlain and High streets
Splash pads are regularly open from 9 a.m. - 7 p.m., they are not supervised.
There are water filling stations located at:
Beavermead Park
Eastgate Park
Peterborough Marina
Peterborough Public Library
Temperatures on Wednesday are expected to reach up to 31 degrees celcius, with a Humidex in the upper 30’s.
Heat Warning In Effect In Peterborough And Surrounding Area Beginning On Tuesday
/A heat warning has been issued by Environment Canada for Peterborough and surrounding area as high temperatures are expected Tuesday and Wednesday.
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Daytime high temperatures are expected to reach 31 degrees Celsius, with humidex values in the high thirties for both Tuesday and Wednesday.
An overnight low of 20 degrees Celsius is not expected to provide relief from the heat on Tuesday night.
Lower temperatures of 25 degrees Celsius with a humidex of 30 are expected on Thursday.
Environment Canada warns that hot and humid air can also bring deteriorating air quality and can result in the Air Quality Health Index approaching the high risk category.
Residents should monitor for signs of heat illness such as swelling, rash, cramps, fainting, heat exhaustion, heat stroke and the worsening of some health conditions.
It is advised that those that are able should remain in cool areas such as a tree-shaded area, swimming pool, shower or bath, or air-conditioned spot like a public building.
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City Of Peterborough Provides Update And Thank You After May Storm
/The City of Peterborough has released an update after the May 21 storm that caused major power outages, and required extensive clean-up around the city.
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A special curbside green waste collection to collect debris from the May 21 wind storm is now complete and all City parks and trails have reopened.
The special green waste collection took place over several weeks, with City Public Works crews completing two rounds of pick-ups of tree debris that was too large for the regular green waste collection. Now that the special collection is complete, residents should bundle or bag green waste within the regular guidelines to allow crews to handle the material:
There is no limit on the quantity of green waste that can be placed at the curb through the City's regular green waste collection service
Green waste must be in reusable containers that are labelled, bushel baskets or paper yard waste bags. Plastic bags are not permitted
Each bag and container must weigh less than 22 kilograms (50 pounds) and be shorter than 1 metre (3 feet)
All brush and branches must be tied in bundles up to one metre (three feet) in length and 30 centimetres (12 inches) in diameter, weighing no more than 23 kilograms (50 pounds). Larger size items cannot be loaded into the collection vehicle.
Stumps, soil and stones are not accepted through the green waste collection.
