Emergency Preparedness

Extremely cold temperatures expected this weekend - Jan. 23 & 24

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Special Weather Statement - January 9, 2026

Extreme Cold Weather Resources

Ottawa Alert public emergency notification system

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Extreme Heat Resources

Information sources for emergencies

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Emergency Preparedness

Summer storms: Be aware, be prepared.

Who to call

Flooding resources

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