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SubscribeReturn of High Temperatures and Humidity Prompt Region’s Third Heat Warning
Environment Canada’s current forecast is calling for a two-day spike in temperatures on Tuesday and Wednesday. The daytime high for both days is expected to reach 31º Celsius while the humidex values on Tuesday will make it feel like 39. These temperatures meet the Middlesex-London Health Unit’s criteria for a two-day Heat Warning. The overnight temperature into Wednesday morning is expected to only dip to 22º Celsius, warm enough to sustain the Heat Warning until before Wednesday’s overnight low of 19º Celsius effectively brings it to an end.
Everyone 18 and Over Now Eligible for A Second Booster Dose of COVID-19 Vaccine
Following today’s announcement from the Ontario government, all individuals 18 years of age and older in London and Middlesex County will be able to receive a second booster dose of COVID-19 vaccine starting on Thursday July 14th at 8:00 a.m. Individuals over the age of 60 have been able to receive a fourth dose since early April. It is recommended that a second booster dose be administered five months after an individual received their first booster dose of vaccine, however the second booster dose may be administered at a minimum interval of three months after the first booster dose was given.
High Heat and Humidity Prompts Season's Third Heat Alert
The Environment Canada forecast is calling for a spike in temperatures this afternoon, with an expected high of 31º Celsius and humidex values of 36. While rain showers are projected for later today, temperatures are high enough to meet the Middlesex-London Health Unit’s criteria for a one-day Heat Alert. The overnight temperatures are expected to offer a reprieve, dropping to 20º Celsius. Based on the current forecast, this Heat Alert will remain in effect until Tuesday morning, when the daytime high is expected to reach 24º Celsius.
July Opening Planned for Health Unit's Next Mall-Based COVID-19 Vaccination Clinic
The Middlesex-London Health Unit is set to open its latest mall-based COVID-19 vaccination clinic. After successful clinics at CF Masonville Place and White Oaks Mall, the Health Unit will welcome clients to the new clinic at Westmount Shopping Centre starting on Thursday, July 7th. The opening of this latest COVID-19 vaccination clinic continues the Health Unit’s strategy of creating easy and convenient ways for area residents to have optimal protection against the virus.
Spike in Temperature and Humidity Prompts a One-Day Heat Alert
The Environment Canada forecast is calling for a spike in temperatures this afternoon, with an expected high of 31º Celsius and humidex values of 33. While rain showers are projected for later today, temperatures are high enough to meet the Middlesex-London Health Unit’s criteria for a one-day Heat Alert. The overnight temperatures are expected to offer a reprieve, dropping to 21º Celsius. Based on the current forecast, this Heat Alert will remain in effect until Tuesday morning, when the daytime high is expected to reach 27º Celsius.
NOTICE: MLHU COVID-19 Vaccination Clinics Will Be Closed Friday, Health Unit Offices Will Close at…
The Middlesex-London Health Unit’s COVID-19 vaccination clinics at the Western Fair District Agriplex and White Oaks Mall will not be offered on Friday, June 24th, while the agency’s offices at Citi Plaza and in Strathroy will be closed as of 12:00 noon for an all-staff event. Urgent public health response will still be available, should the need arise.
Heat and Humidity Prompt Health Unit to Issue Second Two-Day Heat Warning
With the official start of summer tomorrow, the forecast is calling for a short heatwave to mark the change of seasons. The Environment Canada forecast is calling for a two-day spike in temperatures on Tuesday and Wednesday. Tuesday’s high is expected to reach 33º Celsius with a humidex of 39. While rain showers are expected on Wednesday, temperatures are still expected to reach a high of 31º Celsius. These temperatures meet the Middlesex-London Health Unit’s criteria for a two-day Heat Warning. The overnight temperatures are expected to offer a slight reprieve, dropping to 23º Celsius on Tuesday, and 15º Celsius on Wednesday. Based on the current forecast, this Heat Warning will remain in effect until Thursday morning, when the daytime high is expected to reach 27º Celsius.
Health Unit's Online COVID-19 Dashboard Moves to Twice-Weekly Updates Starting June 20th
Starting Monday, June 20th, the Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) will be changing the frequency with which it updates its online COVID-19 Dashboard. The current five-day-a-week schedule has been in place since July 2021 and no longer aligns with the current level of COVID-19 activity in the community, or the reporting frequency of other public health partners. Rather than continue updating the dashboard five days a week, starting next Monday, the dashboard will be updated twice weekly on Mondays and Thursdays. When statutory holidays observed by the Health Unit fall on a Monday, the dashboard update will be posted on Tuesday and Thursday of that week.
Health Unit Issues Two-Day Heat Warning as High Temperatures Move into the Region
With just a week to go before the official start of summer, the forecast is calling for a short, late-spring heatwave to prepare us for the change of seasons. The Environment Canada forecast is calling for a two-day spike in temperatures on Wednesday and Thursday. Wednesday’s high is expected to reach 32º Celsius with a humidex of 43 While rain showers are expected on Thursday temperatures are still expected to reach a high of 31º Celsius. These temperatures meet the Middlesex-London Health Unit’s criteria for a two-day Heat Warning. There will be a slight reprieve from the heat when overnight temperatures are expected to drop to 22º Celsius on Wednesday, and 19º Celsius on Thursday. Based on the current forecast, this Heat Warning will remain in effect until Friday morning, when the daytime high is expected to reach 25º Celsius.
Middlesex-London Health Unit Reports First Local Case of Monkeypox
The Middlesex-London Health Unit (MLHU) announced today that it is reporting the first identified case of monkeypox in the region. Through their work, Health Unit staff members have determined that the person diagnosed with the illness has no close contacts who require post-exposure prophylaxis for monkeypox or additional follow-up from public health.