Southern Ontario is experiencing another intense heat wave with temperatures expected to exceed mid 30s and humidex effects making it feel closer to 40 C. Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for regions between Windsor and Peterborough, with daytime highs predicted to be around 31 to 33 C over the weekend. The heat wave is expected to ease Sunday night. The City of Toronto has prepared by opening most outdoor pools and providing additional shelter spaces for homeless residents. Previous heat waves this summer led to significant health impacts including emergency department visits.
Temperatures in southern Ontario are expected to soar into the mid 30s on Sunday, feeling like 40 C with humidex. Environment Canada issued a heat warning for several areas.
The City of Toronto has opened 56 of 58 outdoor pools and operates over 100 added shelter spaces for homeless individuals during this extreme heat.
Soaring temperatures in Ontario have been recorded multiple times this summer, particularly on June 22 and 23, when heat reached mid-30s, resulting in numerous health emergencies.
Toronto Public Health noted 42 heat-related emergency department visits during the recent heat wave, emphasizing the impact of extreme temperature on public health.
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