Things to know when hot summer temperatures hit Lethbridge

As we head deeper into the hot months of July and August, the City of Lethbridge is sharing a reminder of City resources available to help residents stay cool and safe.

City resources and information:

• Public water stations are available in Nicholas Sheran Park, Legacy Park, Henderson Lake Park and Galt Gardens downtown. The stations hook up to hydrants, providing a continuous water source
• Local pools are open, including Henderson Outdoor Pool
• Spray parks at Legacy Regional Park and Rotary Centennial Fountain at Galt Gardens are open
• Be cautious if smoking in the river valley and dispose of butts properly or avoid smoking in the area altogether
• Monitor for information on local fire bans
• City of Lethbridge facilities are open to the public to seek reprieve from the sun

Things to be mindful of:

• Voluntary water conservation efforts are still encouraged. Learn more about water conservation here
• Be mindful of the use of electric appliances and keep air-conditioning units at a moderate temperature to help prevent overloading the power grid

Other local resources:

Vulnerable members of our community are likely most at-risk during extreme temperatures. The following is a list of local service organizations that are available to help during the hot weather:

• Lethbridge Wellness Shelter and Stabilization Unit
• Wood’s Homes Lethbridge Youth Shelter and Opportunity Hub
• Streets Alive Mission
• Lethbridge Soup Kitchen
• SAGE Clan

Provincial resources:

• Alberta Health Services has further information at ahs.ca/heat
• The Province of Alberta’s Extreme Heat Alberta website for information on staying cool and staying hydrated
• Monitor current warnings and forecasts issued by Environment Climate Change Canada directly via: Public Weather Alerts and the WeatherCAN App

In tandem with the public water stations, the Interfaith Food Bank and Lethbridge Food Bank have joined forces with other local groups, including the City of Lethbridge, to ensure water is available to those in need. The City of Lethbridge has pledged up to $3,000 to support this initiative. Resources will be distributed, as needed, by a variety of outreach groups in the community. Donations are also welcomed and appreciated at either food bank.