Heat Warning Continued

Environment Canada

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Hot and humid conditions continue today.

Daytime highs near 31 degrees celsius with humidex values near 40 are expected today.

The passage of a cold front will bring relief from the hot and humid conditions tonight.

Hot and humid air can also bring deteriorating air quality and can result in the air quality health index approaching the high risk category.

The risks are greater for Young children, pregnant women, older adults, people with chronic illnesses and people working or exercising outdoors.

Drink Plenty of water even before you feel thirsty and stay in a cool place.

Seek a cool place such as a tree-shaded area, swimming pool, shower or bath, or air-conditioned spot like a public building.

Never leave people or pets inside a parked vehicle.

Heat warnings are issued when very high temperature or humidity conditions are expected to pose an elevated risk of heat illnesses, such as heat stroke or heat exhaustion.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather ... For Ontario, send an email to onstorm@ec.gc.ca or tweet reports using #ONStorm

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