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With the heat warning in effect for North Bay and area the city has identified several cooling centres.

The list includes air conditioned malls, grocery stores, the Pete Palangio Arena, the West Ferris Community Centre until 4 pm and the North Bay Public Library during regular hours.

Tips to deal with the heat include:

  • Drink plenty of cool fluids
  • Wear loose-fitting, light-coloured, breathable clothing and a wide-brimmed hat when outdoors
  • Take cool showers or baths or use cool towels to cool down
  • Avoid the sun and stay in a shaded area
  • Never leave seniors, children or pets unattended in a car
  • Reschedule outdoor activities for the cooler parts of the day
  • Make meals that don’t need to be cooked in an oven
  • Block the sun by closing awnings, curtains and blinds during the day