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Heat warning upgraded to an extended heat warning
Posted on Monday, July 29, 2019 11:15 AM
Whitby, Ontario - Durham Region Health Department is declaring an extended heat warning for the Durham Region area, as Environment and Climate Change Canada is expecting the current hot weather conditions to last a total of three or more days. The Health Department issues an extended heat warning when forecasted conditions include a daytime high of at least 31°C and overnight temperatures of 20°C or greater, or with Humidex values of at least 40 for three or more days.
The Health Department is...
Hitting the road this long weekend? Plan your route with the help of Durham Region’s free online map tools
Posted on Monday, July 29, 2019 01:45 AM
Whitby, Ontario – Whether you’re packing up the car for a road trip this long weekend, or simply want to know what’s happening with the construction project on your daily commute—Durham Region has online, interactive tools to keep you informed about traffic issues that may affect your travel.
“Traffic Watch is a useful tool for residents who are looking to find better routes around Durham by avoiding traffic disruptions,” says Ramesh Jagannathan, Director of Transportation and Field Services. “Images...
Heat warning issued for Durham Region
Posted on Friday, July 26, 2019 03:45 AM
Whitby, Ontario - Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a heat warning for the Durham Region area for conditions expected to begin July 27. A heat warning occurs when the forecast conditions include a daytime high of at least 31°C and overnight temperatures of 20°C or greater, or with Humidex values of at least 40 for two or more days.
The Health Department is advising area residents to take precautions to prevent heat-related illness during the upcoming heat warning. While extreme heat...
Durham Region appoints new Commissioner of Social Services
Posted on Thursday, July 25, 2019 09:00 AM
Whitby, Ontario – The Region of Durham is pleased to announce the appointment of Stella Danos-Papaconstantinou to the position of Commissioner of Social Services for The Regional Municipality of Durham effective September 3.
“It is with great pleasure that I announce the appointment of Stella Danos- Papaconstantinou as Commissioner of Social Services,” said Elaine Baxter-Trahair, Chief Administrative Officer. “Stella is recognized as a consummate professional, collaborator and a strong leader. She...
Durham Region Health Department launches DROIS – a new tool to track local opioid overdose-related statistics
Posted on Wednesday, July 24, 2019 09:45 AM
Whitby, Ontario - Durham Region Health Department has launched its new Durham Region Opioid Information System (DROIS) to provide the public and health care providers with local, up-to-date information on the latest opioid overdose-related statistics. DROIS is available online at durham.ca/opioidstats or durham.ca/opioids.
DROIS was created as one of the priorities of Durham Region’s Opioid Response Plan, as well as a requirement of the Ontario Ministry of Health’s (formerly known as the Ministry...
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