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CTV News
22-05-2025
- CTV News
Here's what you need to know about new ‘enhanced security measures' at Ottawa City Hall
People visiting Ottawa City Hall to renew a driver's licence and health card, pay a water bill, watch a council meeting or meet with elected officials will soon have to pass through a metal detector to enter the building. The City of Ottawa will introduce 'enhanced security measures' at City Hall on Laurier Avenue West, starting on Monday. The city says all visitors will 'have their bags screened' and will be required to go through a metal detector, similar to security at professional sports venues, before entering the building. Ottawa City Hall is home to a ServiceOntario centre and an Ottawa Client Service Centre, meaning visitors to the two service counters will be required to pass through security before entering. CTV News Ottawa looks at what you need to know about the new security measures at Ottawa City Hall. Why is the city introducing 'enhanced security measures' at City Hall? 'Over the years, security risks and incidents have evolved, resulting in various levels of government updating their security procedures for entry into their administrative and legislative centres,' the city said in a media release last Friday. 'As a result, the city will be adopting security screening measures, which is a best practice model that it is currently in place in other public-facing government buildings in the national capital region, as well as at City Hall buildings in Toronto, Edmonton and Montreal.' Entering Ottawa City Hall Ottawa City Hall will be open to the public from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., seven days a week. The city says all visitors will be asked to use the Laurier Avenue West or Lisgar Street entrances, where security screening will be set up. On weekends, you will only be able to enter Ottawa City Hall through the Laurier Avenue entrance. Security screening When you arrive at Ottawa City Hall, you will be required to have your bag screened and to pass through a metal detector. The city says during the security screening process, visitors will be required to: Place coats, cellphones, laptops, purses, bags and anything in your pocket onto a tray for X-ray screening. Visitors will then be asked to walk through a metal detector. Prohibited items The City of Ottawa says to avoid any delays at the entrances, visitors should not carry any of these prohibited items: Sharp objects, blades or tools Compressed gas cylinders, aerosol cans, or powders Explosive or flammable items Weapons, including toy replicas Noisemakers, megaphones or air horns Large placards or signs (that are not made of cardboard or cloth Current security measures In 2020, the city introduced security measures to enter Jean Pigott Place at Ottawa City Hall for committee and council meetings. Security access gates were installed at the two entrances, and security started inspecting purses, bags and coats before visitors passed through the gates. Entering through the parking garage The City of Ottawa says the parking garage at City Hall will continue to operate 24 hours a day, seven days a week. On weekends, visitors entering City Hall from the parking garage by elevator are required to use the elevators on the Laurier Avenue West side of the building.
Times of Oman
22-05-2025
- Climate
- Times of Oman
Delhi: Flights disrupted after heavy rains, thunderstorms; airport issues advisory
New Delhi: As rain and hailstorms lashed parts of the national capital on Wednesday, many domestic and international flights to Delhi airport were put on halt or diverted due to inclement weather conditions. "Many domestic and international flights to Delhi airport from various airports have been put on halt or diverted due to weather conditions," said airport sources. In a post on X earlier on Wednesday, Air India and Delhi Aiport issued an advisory for passengers stating that rain and thunderstorms may disrupt flights to and from Delhi this evening. "Rain and thunderstorms may disrupt flights to/from Delhi this evening," said Air India. "Due to inclement weather conditions and thunderstorms, flight operations may be impacted at Delhi airport. Our on-ground teams are diligently working with all the stakeholders to ensure a seamless and efficient passenger experience. Passengers are requested to contact the airline concerned for updated flight information," Delhi Airport said on X. IndiGo also issued an advisory and said, "Our flight schedules are currently impacted due to the heavy rains and thunderstorm sweeping across Delhi, Chandigarh and Kolkata. While we always strive to operate as per schedule, we hope you understand that weather disruptions are beyond our control." "We recommend checking your flight status on our website or app before heading out. Also, please allow extra time for your commute, as waterlogging and slow-moving traffic may affect road travel en route to the airport," it said. A press statement from IndiGo also informed that a flight operating from Delhi to Srinagar encountered a sudden hailstorm, following the established protocol and landing safely in Srinagar. "IndiGo flight 6E 2142 operating from Delhi to Srinagar encountered a sudden hailstorm en route. The flight and cabin crew followed established protocol and landed safely in Srinagar. The airport team attended to the customers after the arrival of the aircraft, prioritising their well-being and comfort. The aircraft will be released post-necessary inspection and maintenance," it said. After several days of scorching heat, with temperatures soaring above 40 degrees Celsius, several part of Delhi-NCR experienced a sudden change in weather on Wednesday evening. Heavy rains and hailstorms accompanied by gusty winds hit several parts of the national capital and surrounding areas, bringing much-needed relief from the intense heat. According to the India Meteorological Department (IMD), a cloud mass entered North Delhi and moved south-southeastwards, triggering a dust storm and strong winds. The winds blew at speeds of 50-60 kmph, gusting up to 70 kmph, along with light rainfall during the next one hour. "Cloudmass entering into North Delhi is likely to move south-southeastwards across Delhi, causing a dust storm and strong winds 50-60 kmph gusting to 70 kmph with light rainfall during the next one hour," the IMD said in its advisory. Some parts of Delhi-NCR also witnessed dust-laden winds and reduced visibility, impacting road traffic. The heavy rain accompanied by thunderstorms also lashed several parts of Haryana's Karnal. The IMD also stated that very heavy rainfall is likely to continue over Gujarat, Konkan, Goa, Karnataka and Kerala during the next six to seven days. Meanwhile, a low-pressure area will likely form over the East Central Arabian Sea off the North Karnataka-Goa coasts during the next 12 hours. As IMD predicted, it will likely move northwards and intensify further into a depression during the subsequent 36 hours. The weather agency also issued a series of warnings for fishermen across various coastal regions of India due to rough sea conditions.
