Brampton splashpads, pools are great places to beat the heat

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Published June 29, 2021 at 8:01 pm

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Following the Heat Warning issued today by the Region of Peel, the City of Brampton wants to remind residents of the importance of keeping cool.

The City’s splash pad hours are 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. and the Chinguacousy Park wading pool is open daily from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m., weather permitting. Professor’s Lake beach and the Eldorado Park outdoor pool are scheduled to reopen for the season as of tomorrow, June 30, weather and water conditions permitting.

When visiting splash pads and pools, residents are asked to keep health and safety at top of mind. Physically distance and wear a mask when this is difficult. For a full list of splash pads and wading pools, visit here.

In order to beat the heat, try to restrict outdoor activity. It is also recommended people stay out of the sun, drink lots of water and stay in air-conditioned places or shaded areas.

Seniors and young children are particularly at risk and residents are encouraged to check in on friends and family virtually or by phone who they think may be vulnerable.

Tips to help keep pets cool:

  • Keep your pets indoors and hold off on taking them for walks in the heat — if the pavement is too hot for bare feet, it is too hot for bare paws.
  • Provide plenty of fresh water
  • Keep air circulating indoors
  • Limit time in the sun and provide shade
  • Never leave children or pets unattended in vehicles.

Residents are also reminded to play it safe near water:

  • Always keep young children within arms’ reach around the water
  • Never swim alone
  • Restrict and control access to backyard pools with fencing on all four sides
  • Put a life jacket on young children when in the pool area or at the beach
  • Choose lifeguard-supervised beaches and pools for swimming
  • Empty unattended wading pools and buckets of water if not in use
  • If you have a pool or cottage, ensure family members learn lifesaving skills
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