The Town of Milton and local fire services issued a cold weather warning on February 4, 2026, as temperatures dropped across Milton, Ontario. The alert comes after a blast of Arctic air pushed temperatures below -15°C, which can cause frostbite or hypothermia for those outdoors.
Milton Fire-Rescue is asking everyone to be extra careful when heating their homes to avoid fires or carbon monoxide incidents. They recommend keeping anything that can catch fire at least three feet away from space heaters and plugging those heaters directly into wall outlets instead of using extension cords.
According to the Halton Region Health Department, these cold warnings stay in place until temperatures rise or weather conditions improve. Officials are encouraging residents to check on their neighbours, especially seniors who live alone, to make sure they are staying warm during the deep freeze.
The extreme cold is also putting a lot of pressure on local electricity and heating systems as more people turn up their thermostats. Halton Region’s criteria for a cold warning (a daily low of -15°C) have been met; Environment Canada’s Extreme Cold Warning for Southern Ontario uses a different threshold (typically a wind chill of about -30°C for at least two consecutive hours). Residents are being asked to keep an eye on their utility use and stay indoors whenever possible.
For official updates and safety guidance, readers should consult the Town of Milton’s weather alerts page, Milton Fire-Rescue’s public advisories, and Halton Region’s cold warning information.
