Weather can affect our health in many ways. Things like storms, floods and extreme heat or extreme cold can make us sick and threaten our safety. CK Public Health works to protect your health during extreme weather.
Two extreme weather conditions that occur most often in the Chatham-Kent area are:
What We Do
Our public health inspectors:
- Monitor weather and notify the public if their health may be at risk
- Educate the public on preventing illness related to extreme heat and extreme cold
- Provide advice to the public and to business owners on ensuring safe food and water after extreme weather events
- Providing information and advice on preparing for and recovering from extreme weather events
Things You Can Do
- Protect yourself from extreme heat
- Protect yourself from extreme cold
- Be prepared for emergencies
- Clean up safely after a flood
- Make sure your food is safe to eat in an emergency