A person sending a text message. (File photo by Blackburn News)Those with speech or hearing impediments may have difficulty communicating with 911 operators during an emergency, but a new system can alleviate those problems.
Lambton County's Infrastructure and Development Services G.M. Jim Kutyba says once they dial 911 on their cell phones, they can then send and receive text messages, outlining the problem without verbalizing.
Kutyba says the first step is for them to contact their cell phone provider.
The service comes into affect today.
SPS Board Chair Kelly Ash said the decision followed discussions with Acting Chief Mike Federico and aligns with practices at other police services.
The annual Canada Day parade will begin at 11 a.m. on Saturday, June 27, from Wildwood Park to Kenwick Park.
The $7.6 million project, which also involved water and sewer infrastructure improvements, began in 2024.
The Toronto Blue Jays dropped their third in a row Thursday, 6-5 to the visiting Texas Rangers, and the Detroit Tigers suffered a 2-1 loss to Houston.
The week-long celebration starts on Saturday and continues to next Friday.
Environment Canada said Thursday night that severe thunderstorms were moving further east after rain and high winds affected portions of the region.
