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Use online tools to regularly check for weather-related information.

• Weather: local weather and forecasts
• Roads: interactive maps, road conditions and driving information
• Schools:

Vaughan has experienced tornados and they can strike anywhere between May and September. Environment Canada issues warnings when tornadoes are imminent or already detected and the Ontario government assists in distributing these alerts to the public.

Tornado safety

Always be aware of weather conditions and warnings. Seek shelter immediately if a warning has been issued.

Thunderstorm safety

Thunderstorms can bring lightning, heavy rain, hail, strong winds and tornadoes. Be aware of weather conditions and warnings. Seek shelter immediately if a warning has been issued.

During a power outage

• First check to see if neighbors have power.

The Ministry of Health and Long-term Care works with local public health units and healthcare providers to prepare for a flu pandemic. Their tasks include:

Hazardous material incidents can happen during transportation, production, storage or disposal. A release can be large in scale from tankers and storage tanks to a small spill of chemicals for a backyard pool. 

In the event of a hazardous materials incident, there are two courses of action to take:

It is important to prepare in advance and know what actions to take in the event of a forest fire.

Keep safe

If feeling dizzy, weak or overheated:

• go to a cool place.
• sit or lie down.
• drink water.
• wash face with cool water.
• avoid exercising during the warmest parts of the day.

If these tips do not help, seek medical help immediately. Be sure to check on elderly family members by phone or video call. 

Never leave pets or children in hot cars.

Emergency Shelters

An emergency shelter provides evacuees access to food, clothing, lodging, pet sheltering, mobile device charging, washroom/bathing facilities and services to support recovery from the situation.

To provide a place of refuge for evacuees, the City has designated all community centres as emergency shelters. Three community centres have pre-positioned cots and linen sets and are the first sites opened depending on the location of the emergency.