Cooling Centres Open Thursday and Friday

Now prolonged to Saturday.

With the high temperatures of the next few days, the Township of Russell will have daytime cooling centers to provide relief from the heat to residents in need on Thursday August 1^st, Friday August 2^nd, and Saturday August 3^rd, 2024.

Sports Dome

• Located at 150 Sportsplex Street in Embrun.
• Thursday and Friday from 5:30 a.m. to 10:00 p.m.
• Saturday from 7:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Township of Russell Library - Russell Branch

• Located at 1053 Concession Street in Russell.
• Thursday from 10:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.
• Friday and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m.

Our cooling centers will have air conditioning, tables, chairs, and water.

Extreme heat can cause dehydration, heat exhaustion, heat stroke and even death. Seniors, young children, and those taking certain medications are particularly at-risk during heat waves. Call or visit family, friends and neighbours to make sure they are okay, especially isolated adults and seniors, who are at greater risk of suffering from heat-related illness.

Residents are encouraged to drink plenty of water, wear light-coloured clothing, and stay cool during the heat wave.

You can also drop-in for a public swim at the Russell Centennial Pool or bring your kids to the Splash Pad at Yahoo Park is available (2 Marcel Street in Embrun). It will be open an hour later, from 9:00 a.m. to 9:00 p.m. during the heat wave. Pets are not allowed near the public pool or splash pad.

For more information on how precautions you can take to stay safe during the heat wave, visit the Eastern Ontario Health Unit’s website.