Okotoks residents beating the heat

Okotoks families took to the spray park to refresh ahead of the afternoon heat.

Children of all ages were cooling off before noon on June 28, when the high was forecast to hit 35 degrees by mid-afternoon.

The spray park is open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. on days when the weather is above 20 degrees. There is no fee to enter.

Visitors are asked to limit their time at the spray park this year to keep numbers under maximum capacity and allow more people to enjoy the park.

Cooling Stations

Space has been provided inside Pason Arenas and the Okotoks Recreation Centre to give residents a chance to cool down during the record-breaking heat wave.

Each cooling space will be open during business hours from June 28-30. Signs are located inside the facilities to direct visitors to the cooling station.

The Town provides the following tips for keeping safe during extreme heat:

• avoid excessive work or exercise in the heat or humidity and if it is unavoidable be sure to take regular breaks and drink lots of water, maintain salt levels and avoid high-protein foods
• do not leave pets or people inside vehicles
• hydrate regularly to avoid heat-related illness
• wear loose-fitting clothing and brimmed hats, as well as protective sunglasses and sunscreen
• take cool showers or baths or visit an air-conditioned spaces such as Pason Arenas and Okotoks Recreation Centre if your home becomes too hot