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Back to SearchThe Port Moody Public Library is open to anyone looking to cool off this summer. Our opening hours are:
- Mondays to Fridays: 9am-9pm
- Saturdays: 9am-5pm
- Sundays: 1pm-5pm
As the weather continues to get warmer, it is important to be aware of the risks posed by extreme heat, and the effects exposure to excess heat has on our bodies.
Fraser Health has created guides to help you stay cool and safe. Here are a few tips to help you beat the heat:
- Make sure to hydrate! Drinking lots of water will help mitigate the effects of extreme heat. Offer water to anyone in your care, as well.
- Make sure to wear clothing that is loose-fitting, light-coloured, and breathable to keep yourself cool. Wear a hat to protect your head and face.
- Avoid being outside during the hottest part of the day (10am-4pm). If you need to be outside, take it slow, and take breaks in the shade when you can.
- Keep shades and blinds closed during the day to block out the sun.
- Know the signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke and what to do if they arise.
If you start to feel dizzy, tired, or nauseous, or get a headache, get out of the sun immediately. If you can, find an air-conditioned place to rest (like the Library!), and drink water.
The BC Government has also announced a program to provide free air conditioning units to low-income and vulnerable households. Visit the webpage for more information.
(Source: https://www.vch.ca/en/extreme-heat)
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