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Environment and Climate Change Canada issues Winter weather and cold alerts across Canada.
In York Region, the following criteria is used for Winter weather alerts:
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Winter Alert Type |
Issued by |
Criteria for Alert |
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Cold Weather Alert |
York Region |
Temperatures of minus 15 degrees Celsius or colder, with or without wind chill
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Extreme Cold Weather Alert |
Environment Canada |
Temperature or wind chill is expected to reach minus 30 degrees Celsius for at least two hours |
Extreme cold warnings are issued when very cold temperatures or wind chill creates an increased risk to health, such as frostbite and hypothermia. Risks are greater for young children, older adults, people with chronic illnesses, people working or exercising outdoors, and those without proper shelter and clothing.
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