Hamilton cold weather

Public health officials have issued a cold weather alert for Hamilton. (John Rieti/CBC)

Public health officials have issued a cold weather alert for Tuesday night.

Hamilton's Medical Officer of Health issues a cold alert when current or anticipated temperatures are at or below -15 C, or -20 C with wind chill.

The alert remains in effect until officials issue a cancellation notice.

The city has notified community agencies that work with vulnerable or homeless people. Each of those agencies, including Salvation Army, implement their own cold weather policies and procedures.

If you see someone in need of shelter, call the Salvation Army at 905-527-1444 x0.