The City of Edmonton will activate their cold weather response to help keep vulnerable citizens safe during the upcoming cold stretch.
It will activate on Sunday, February 25, at noon. It is targeted to end on Friday, March 1, at 9 a.m., based on current forecasts. If weather conditions remain cold beyond this timeframe, the response will be extended.
The cold weather response is activated when temperatures drop below -20 Celsius for at least three nights in a row.
There will be a third bus route added from 11pm-5am, more overnight shelters and day services to keep the houseless warm during the cold front.
Call 911 for someone in serious distress or in cases of emergency.
