Toronto Pools Close Amidst 40-Degree Heat, Sparking Public Outcry

Toronto Residents Express Frustration Over Public Pool Closures During Heatwave Toronto, Canada – As temperatures soared to 40 degrees Celsius, some Toronto residents found themselves unexpectedly cut off from public cooling options, leading to frustration and disappointment. A local mother, who goes by MelaninMumz online, shared her experience after arriving at a city pool with her children, only to find it closed. In a video widely circulated online, the visibly wet mother expressed her dismay. "My kids are actually upset," she stated, explaining that they had just finished swimming when they were informed of the pool's closure. She questioned the rationale behind closing pools during peak heat, arguing that being submerged in water is precisely what's needed in such conditions. Her child echoed the sentiment, calling the situation "horrible." The City of Toronto has yet to issue an official statement regarding the specific reasons for the closures or if alternative cooling centers were made available.

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