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SubscribeMiddlesex-London Health Unit Closing Main Strathroy Location
In an effort to reduce operating costs while maintaining service provision to the community, the Middlesex-London Health Unit will close its main office located in the Shops on Sydenham, Strathroy as of October 31, 2025. The dental clinic, located within the same retail mall, will remain open.
Health Unit Issues Extended Heat Warning for the Middlesex-London Region
This weekend looks like another hot one! The Middlesex-London Health Unit anticipates that Environment and Climate Change Canada will issue an Extended Heat Warning beginning Saturday, August 9th to Monday, August 11th as temperatures will reach 32ºC during the day on Saturday and 33ºC on Sunday and Monday. Overnight temperatures are not expected to cool off significantly, increasing the risk of heat-related illness. We are notifying everyone to be prepared, take precautions to be safe and check in on family, friends, and neighbours, especially those who may be more vulnerable to extreme heat.
Environment Canada Issues Special Air Quality Statement for the Middlesex-London Region - August 3
Environment Canada has issued a Special Air Quality Statement (SAQS) for parts of southwestern Ontario, including London and Middlesex County, due to wildfire smoke. Smoke from forest fires is expected to continue to affect much of southern Ontario today, and may persist into Monday. Wildfire smoke is expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility. SAQS are issued when the Air Quality Health Index (AQHI) has the potential to reach the high-risk category (AQHI between 7 and 10).
Middlesex-London Health Unit Declares End of Legionella Outbreak
The local outbreak of Legionnaires’ Disease has been declared over.
Special Air Quality Statement Issued for Middlesex-London by Environment Canada - July 31, 2025
Environment Canada has issued a Special Air Quality Statement (SAQS) for parts of southwestern Ontario, including London and Middlesex County. Smoke from forest fires over northern Ontario has moved into the area, causing the air quality to deteriorate.
Middlesex-London Health Unit’s Strathroy Location Temporarily Closed
The Middlesex-London Health Unit is informing the residents of Middlesex County that its main office in the Shops on Sydenham (51 Front Street E. Strathroy) is temporarily closed due to required maintenance. The Dental Clinic, located in the same building, remains open.
Health Unit Issues Extended Heat Warning - July 26, 2025
The Middlesex-London Health Unit is advising the community to prepare for yet another round of hot weather. Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a heat warning beginning tomorrow, Sunday, July 27th and extending possibly to Wednesday July 30th. Daytime temperatures are forecast to be high, with little relief overnight, increasing the risk of heat-related illness. We are notifying everyone to be prepared, take precautions to be safe and check in on family, friends, and neighbours, especially those who may be more vulnerable to extreme heat.
Special Air Quality Statement Issued for Middlesex-London by Environment Canada - July 14
Environment Canada has issued a Special Air Quality Statement (SAQS) for parts of southwestern Ontario, including London and Middlesex County. Smoke from forest fires over northern Ontario has moved into the area, causing the air quality to deteriorate. This SAQS is coupled with the region’s Extended Heat Warning.
Legionnaires' Disease Outbreak Status Update - July 14, 2025
The Middlesex-London Health Unit is providing an update to the community following the declaration of an outbreak of Legionnaires’ Disease. To date, 66 cases are attached to the outbreak, including two fatalities. Most of the cases live and/or work in a 6 km radius of one another in the southeast side of the city. The cases ranged in age from 23 to 93.
Extended Heat Warning for the Middlesex-London Region - July 11, 2025
The Middlesex-London Health Unit is advising the community to prepare for another stretch of hot weather. Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a Heat Warning beginning today, Friday, July 11th and extending to possibly Thursday, July 17th as daytime temperatures are forecast to be high, with little relief overnight, increasing the risk of heat-related illness. We are notifying everyone to be prepared, take precautions to be safe and check in on family, friends, and neighbours, especially those who may be more vulnerable to extreme heat.