Living in Oil Springs
Oil Springs was founded in the year 1865. It was originally called “Black Creek.” It was changed to Oil Springs in 1858, due to the finding of oil. In the same year, Charles Oliver Fairbank was born in Niagara Falls. Also in the same year, James Miller Williams started to produce oil in the Village and refine it.
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Average Temperatures
| Season | Average Maximum | Average Minimum |
|---|---|---|
| Summer | 26°C | 16°C |
| Winter | 0°C | -2°C |
Travel Times
| Destination | Time |
|---|---|
| Average time to Toronto | 2h 55 min |
| Average time to Detroit | 1h 35 min |
