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CTV News
08-07-2025
- Health
- CTV News
Legionnaires' death reported, outbreak declared
A Legionnaires' outbreak has been declared by the Middlesex-London Health Unit. Over the past week, one death and upwards of 43 cases have been reported to the health unit. The health unit said most of the cases live and or work in a six kilometer radius of one another in the southeast side of the city. Legionella bacteria are naturally found in water sources such as hot tubs, cooling towers, hot water tanks, large plumbing systems or parts of air-conditioning systems. If the bacteria are then aerosolized or misted into the air (from wind or fans), people may inhale the bacteria and become unwell. The health unit said most people exposed to Legionella do not become ill, though some may experience a milder illness called Pontiac Fever, which resolves itself. People who are older, have lung problems or are immunocompromised are at greater risk for serious infection. Legionella is not transmitted from person-to-person. Symptoms of Legionnaires' *Symptoms typically develop two to ten days after exposure
CTV News
04-07-2025
- Climate
- CTV News
Sunny start to Friday, extreme heat warning for Saturday
Sunny weather and cooler temperatures bring a beautiful start to Friday. Temperatures are expected to heat up to the mid to low 30s in the afternoon. Saturday turns up the heat with the Middlesex-London Health Unit issuing an extreme heat warning, 'it's that warm, humid air coming in,' said CTV News London Meteorologist Julie Atchison. The heat may be short-lived, as a cold front approaches on Sunday afternoon with more showers on the way heading in to Monday. Here's a look at the rest of the forecast Friday: Sunny. High 28. Humidex 33. UV index 9 or very high. Friday night: A few clouds. Increasing cloudiness late this evening then 30 percent chance of showers overnight. Risk of a thunderstorm overnight. Low 18. Saturday: Mainly cloudy with 30 per cent chance of showers in the morning and risk of a thunderstorm. Clearing late in the afternoon. Wind becoming southwest 20 km/h gusting to 40 near noon. High 31. Humidex 38. UV index 9 or very high. Sunday: A mix of sun and cloud with 40 per cent chance of showers. High 31. Monday: A mix of sun and cloud with 40 per cent chance of showers. High 26. Tuesday: A mix of sun and cloud. High 25.
CTV News
24-06-2025
- Climate
- CTV News
‘This heat is extreme': Warning extended as London temperatures soar
With scorching temperatures and high humidity gripping the region, public health officials are urging residents to take the season's first heat warning seriously. 'This isn't just the first heat event of the season — it's also an extended one,' said Dave Pavletic, environmental health manager with the Middlesex-London Health Unit. 'That increases risk due to the cumulative impact of extreme heat, especially for seniors, children and people with chronic health issues.' In response, the City of London has activated its extreme temperature response plan. Four community centres are now operating as cooling centres, offering relief to anyone in need of a break from the heat. Cooling centre Officials are also urging residents to check in on neighbours, family members and friends, particularly those living alone. Even short exposure to extreme temperatures can be dangerous. 'It's extremely hot, and it's been sustained for a few days,' said Dr. Rodrick Lim, medical director of paediatrics at London Health Sciences Centre. 'We're seeing concerns around heat exhaustion, especially in kids and vulnerable populations who may not be able to express how they're feeling.' Spray pads across the city remain open, offering a way for families to cool off. But health experts continue to advise the public to stay hydrated, and limit time outdoors during peak afternoon hours. On a sun-drenched tennis court in London, coach Bill Kovach is still training athlete Kael Paolo but with added precautions. 'They're well supplied with electrolyte water, and it's not new for them to spend time [in the heat],' said Kovach. 'Now, yeah, today is a little more extreme than normal, but we have breaks.' Paolo is training for a big tournament in Hamilton this weekend, and as an athlete, he's conditioned to spend time in the heat. The heat warning has been extended through mid-week, as forecast highs hover around 31 degrees with humidex values near 40. Overnight lows are also expected to remain above 20 degrees offering little relief. As a result, all city sports fields are temporarily closed, and local schools have cancelled outdoor field trips for the next several days.
CTV News
05-06-2025
- Health
- CTV News
Opioid related deaths down 40% in Middlesex London
While the latest numbers are encouraging, Middlesex London's medical officer of health is not about to celebrate. 'This is good news, but it's not great news. It still means that a number of people in our community are continuing to be significantly impacted from opioid deaths,' said Dr. Alex Summers. Citing new statistics from the Ontario Office of the Chief Coroner, the Middlesex London Health Unit says there were 69 opioid related deaths in 2024 - a mortality rate of 11.6 per 100,000 people. That's down 40 per cent from one year earlier, when the rate was 19.3 per 100,000. It's also less than half its peak during the COVID pandemic in 2021, which saw a rate of 25 deaths per 100,000. 'We have to acknowledge that the rates are still very, very high, as we can see and feel in our community,' said Dr. Summers. Medical Officer of Health Dr. Alex Summers Middlesex London Medical Officer of Health Dr. Alex Summers speaks to CTV News on June 5, 2025. (Bryan Bicknell/CTV News London) Provincially, 2,231 people died from opioids last year, down 15 per cent from 2023- a rate of 14.3 deaths per 100,000 people. 'It's still five-thousand people that have died over the last two years,' commented Zoe Dodd of the Toronto Overdose Prevention Society. 'This is nothing like pre the toxic supply where we had, you know, a few hundred people dying,' she said of the provincial statistics. Dr. Summers said it's not known with any certainty why the trend is going down. 'Some have hypothesized that this is related to a stabilization of the toxic drug supply, such that there's a bit more predictability in use,' he explained. Ten supervised consumption sites remain in Ontario, including one in London. However, the province is transitioning to Homelessness and Addiction Recovery Treatment, or the 'Hart Hub' model. 'These are treatment hubs that for individuals who need that primary care support will get it, who need access to mental health and addiction support will get it,' said Health Minister Sylvia Jones at Queens Park. London will be home to one of 28 Hart Hubs across the province, with 60 Hart Hub beds at the Salvation Army Centre of Hope. The timeline for a phased in opening was expected to be last month. The operator, Thames Valley Addiction Services, says it's still waiting for funding approval from the province.
CTV News
26-05-2025
- Automotive
- CTV News
Two people taken to hospital after three-vehicle crash
A three-vehicle collision resulted in one vehicle on its side, pinned between the other two vehicles. The crash happened at Adelaide Street and Thompson Road shortly after 9a.m. Monday morning. The representative with the Middlesex-London Paramedic Service reports two people were transported to hospital with what appeared to be non-life-threatening Injuries. All eastbound traffic on Thompson and southbound traffic on Adelaide was detoured while police conducted their investigation and tow crews removed the vehicles.
