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Woodstock Ingersoll Echo VOLUME 4 • ISSUE 3
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Multi-day heat event expected for Oxford, Perth and Wilmot LEE GRIFFI Editor
Much of the province is in the midst of a multi-day heat event with daytime temperatures reaching over 30 degrees Celsius and humidex values in the low 40s. A heat warning has been issued for the Echo's readership area based on criteria established by Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC). It is expected to pose an elevated risk of heat-related illnesses, such as heat stroke or heat exhaustion. The warning will be in effect until at least Friday but check your local forecasts for the latest information. Summer camp season has just started and a health promoter at Southwestern Public Health said there are several steps children can take to minimize the effects of the heat. “Especially with children, ensuring they are very well hydrated before, during and after any physical activity is really important. Seek shade wherever you can, take breaks in air-conditioned spaces, all of these can reduce health risks,” explained Michelle Alvey. While extreme heat can affect everyone’s health, the risks are greatest for older adults, infants and young children, people with chronic illnesses, people who work in the heat and the homeless. Some seniors live alone without air conditioning, something Alvery said is cause for concern. “We ask everyone to check in regularly on family and neighbours, especially older adults and people with chronic health conditions, as they are more vulnerable to extreme heat. Where people don’t have air conditioning, even spending a few hours in a public space with it can help reduce the risk of illness.” CONTINUED TO PAGE 3
BARN DANCE FUN IN INGERSOLL
(KYRAH SMITH PHOTO)
Guests learn a variety of line dances during the Ingersoll Museum's much-loved Barn Dance event. Story on page 6.
Opposition growing against Oxford Road 2 reconstruction in Thamesford LEE GRIFFI Editor
Thamesford residents and businesses are organizing a campaign to force Oxford County to take another look at the proposed construction project in the town. The county is planning improvements to the Thamesford downtown corridor (Oxford Road 2/ Dundas Street) in Zorra Township to respond to increased traffic volumes from ongoing and future development in the area.
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Resident Noah Witte said the most significant concern is the removal of on-street parking and the push towards increased traffic flow rather than traffic mitigation. “The consensus seems to be that many residents feel that the commercial truck traffic is getting louder over time and it is becoming harder and harder to enjoy our town. The concern is that the proposed plan doesn't address the long-term needs of Thamesford and is appearing to move forward despite significantly unanswered questions from CONTINUED TO PAGE 2 the community.”
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