New ice pad needed say Petrolia hockey moms
Environment Canada says tornados possible in Petrolia and Central Lambton
May 11, 2015
ALERT: TORNADO WATCH IN EFFECT FOR LAMBTON COUNTY CHATHAM KENT AND WINDSOR-ESSEX
Conditions are favourable for the development of severe thunderstorms which may produce tornadoes.
Severe thunderstorms are expected to develop late this afternoon and evening ahead of a cold front. Damaging winds to 90 km/h and large hail are possible. There is also the risk of a tornado.
Be prepared for severe weather. Take cover immediately, if threatening weather approaches.
In the event of a tornado, or if a tornado warning is issued for your area, it is recommended you take the following actions: Go indoors to a room on the lowest floor, away from outside walls and windows, such as a basement, bathroom, stairwell or interior closet. Leave mobile homes, vehicles, tents, trailers and other temporary or free-standing shelter, and move to a strong building if you can. As a last resort, lie in a low spot and protect your head from flying debris.
The Office of the Fire Marshal and Emergency Management recommends that you take cover immediately, if threatening weather approaches
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New ice pad needed say Petrolia hockey moms
October 8, 2024
Heather Wright/The Independent The growth of girls hockey has prompted a movement for another ice pad in Petrolia. Kelly Bailey and Lisa Vanderwal, who call themselves dedicated hockey moms, have started a petition on Change.org to prove the community wants a second ice pad. Bailey, who is a member of the girls hockey organization Lambton Attack, says the hockey club
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Flu and COVID-19 vaccines widely available in Lambton Oct. 28
October 8, 2024
Lambton Public Health says COVID-19 and flu vaccines should be in the county by mid-month and available to the general public by Oct. 28. In a news release, officials said people in hospital and long-term care homes are getting their vaccines first. High risk people including children, First Nations communities, pregnant women, retirees and first responders will be eligible in
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LCCVI’S ROMBOUTS QUALIFIES FOR PROVINCIAL HIGH SCHOOL GOLF FINAL
October 4, 2024
Kassandra Rombouts of LCCVI carded a 78 this week and finished second in the open girls’ division at the SWOSSA high school golf championship at Willow Ridge in Blenheim. Rombouts will now represent the LKSSAA at the provincial high school championship in Windsor on Oct. 16 and 17. In team boys action, St. Pat’s, North Lambton and LCCVI finished sixth,
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LCCVI’s Zelenchuk win boys’ singles tennis crown
October 4, 2024
Yarko Zelecnhuk won the boys’ singles banner at the LKSSAA north division tennis tournament this week. The LCCVI student will now advance to the overall LK championship tournament next Tuesday in Chatham. Sam Hayter and Russell Bulgin of the Lancers advanced in the boys’ doubles division as did Lancer teammates Haillie Whiting and Noelle Edgar and Julianna and Brooklyn Brown
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