Edmonton adds more summer water stations
As we head into summer, Edmonton has added new water stations to ease the heat.
New stations were added at Coronation Park and near Alex Taylor School downtown.
Locations for the water stations are selected with input from community organizations, Alberta Health Services, Homeward Trust, Business Improvement Areas, the Edmonton Public Library and Edmonton Police Service.
'Having access to water is important during our hot summer months,' said Hani Quan, director of affordable housing and homelessness. 'Extreme heat disproportionately affects vulnerable groups in our communities, including children, the elderly, people with disabilities and those experiencing homelessness.
'Providing access to water stations is essential to preventing dehydration and keeping people safe during the hottest days.'
Summer water stations will be available until Sept. 30.
The program began in 2021 with just five stations; there are now 28 across the city.
A map of water stations can be found here.
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