Environment Canada issued a heat warning for Toronto, predicting temperatures ranging from 31 to 33 C, with humidex making it feel near 40. Overnight lows offer little relief, remaining between 21 and 25 C. Individuals are encouraged to watch for signs of heat exhaustion and stroke, which include nausea, dizziness, confusion, and red skin. Increased heat waves will affect future community strategies to improve heat resistance. The agency advises checking on vulnerable populations, including seniors and pregnant individuals, and staying hydrated.
Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for the city of Toronto this weekend. Expect daytime highs of 31 to 33 C, although it may feel closer to 40 with the humidex.
Extreme heat can bring extreme health risks. The agency is urging people to take care on Saturday and Sunday, and to check on those who live alone and senior adults.
Signs of heat exhaustion include headache, nausea, dizziness, thirst, dark urine, and intense fatigue. If you notice them, you should stop what you're doing and drink some water.
With more extreme heat waves expected in the future, some communities are finding ways to become more heat resistant. Signs of heat stroke include red and hot skin, dizziness, nausea, confusion.
Collection
[
|
...
]