You’re being reminded to be careful if spending time outside this evening.
Peterborough Public Health has issued the third Frostbite Alert of the season because of wind chill values are expected to be -28 or lower.
Health officials say extreme cold temperatures can particularly impact the health of vulnerable populations including infants, the elderly, people with circulatory problems, and the marginally housed.
You’re reminded to check your face and extremities frequently for signs of frostbite, consider re-scheduling outdoor recreational activities and use caution when shoveling snow.
During these cold temperatures, One Roof Community Centre is extending its hours of service to 8:30 a.m. to noon and 3 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. until Friday to provide daytime shelter from the cold.
Symptoms/signs of frostbite include: white/greyish skin area, skin that feels unusually firm or waxy, or numbness.
