Extreme Weather Alert
Pursuant to sec. 2(2)(b) of the Assistance to Shelter Act an Extreme Weather Alert (EWA) is being issued for the city of Victoria, British Columbia. This EWA activates the authorities in the Assistance to Shelter Act for police to assist persons at risk due to extreme weather conditions and remains in effect until it is cancelled.
This EWA is being issued on March 4th, 2024 at 1pm, due to the following weather conditions and forecast – Overnight temperature to reach zero and temperatures lower than 4 Celsius can create conditions for hypothermia due to extended exposure.
The following shelter(s) will be providing spaces during this EWA:
The Salvation Army ARC 525 Johnson Street, Victoria BC – 30 mats & no pets
