Edmonton activates extreme heat response
Posted July 30, 2025 10:59 am.
With high heat on the way for the next three days, the City of Edmonton has activated its extreme weather response.
It started Wednesday at 9 a.m. and is expected to last until Saturday at 9 a.m.
The response, which keeps vulnerable people safe during periods of hot weather, could be extended if conditions persist into the weekend.
During the extreme heat response, access to 28 water stations attached to fire hydrants across the city will be available 24 hours a day.
What’s more, all peace officers will carry water bottles for distribution to vulnerable people; and anyone needing a break from the heat can use city facilities like libraries, pools and recreation centres.
Edmonton activates its extreme heat response when the forecast is anticipated to have daytime temperatures of 29 degrees Celsius or higher during the day and lows of 14 degrees Celsius or higher during the night for at least three days in a row.
