It was nice while it lasted.
After nearly a week of temperatures in the low to high 20s, more hot and humid weather is on ÎÚÑ»´«Ã½’s horizon, according to Environment Canada, which has issued for the city.
The weather agency saidÌýtemperatures were the hottest Thursday, when the heat warning came into effect, adding that there are also thunderstorm risks extendingÌýinto Friday morning.Ìý
“While daytime high temperaturesÌýwill not be as extreme on Friday and into the weekend, night time lows are expected to remain warm throughout,” Environment Canada added in its warning.
Temperatures are expected to hover around the high 20s to low 30s but the humidity could make it feel as hot as 44, according to the heat warning. There will also be on-and-off rain throughout the next week, the local forecast says.Ìý
It has already been shaping up to be a hot summer for the city with there already being multiple stretches of heat warnings over the last month.Ìý
What weather can we expect?
Friday will be cloudy with a 40 per cent chance of showers and high of 31 C, feeling closer to 40 with humidity. Skies will remain cloudy at night and temperatures will drop to a low of 21 C.Ìý
Kicking off the weekend, some sun will peek through the clouds Saturday with a high of 29 C. There is some risk of showers at night with a 40 per cent chance of rain and a low of 22 C.
Sunday will bring aÌýmix of sun and cloud during the day with 40 per cent chance of showers. There will be a high of 30 C and a low of 21 C.Ìý
The next day will be sunnier with high of 32 C. Later in the day, there will be a 40 per cent chance of showers and a low of 22 C.Ìý
Tuesday will be cloudy with a 40 per cent chance of showers and high of 31 C. Chances of rain increase to 60 per cent as temperatures dip to 21 C.
How ÎÚÑ»´«Ã½nians can protect themselves
As temperatures climb, Environment Canada is urging people to drink water often — and before you feel thirsty.
As well, you should plan outdoor activities for the coolest parts of the day, limit direct sun and heat exposure and wear light and loose clothing with a wide-brimmed hate.
Open your windows if it’s cooler outside than indoors, but otherwise, keep your blinds and shades closed, the agency said. You should also turn on air conditioning or a fan, or move to a cooler part of your home.
Plus, watch out for signs of heat exhaustion, which might include a headache, nausea, dizziness, thirst, dark urine and intense fatigue. People who suspect heat exhaustion should stop activities and drink water, the agency said.Ìý
On the other hand, heat stroke is a medical emergency, with signs including red and hot skin, dizziness, nausea, confusion and a change in consciousness. If you see signs of heat stroke, call for emergency medical attention and try to cool the person down.
Some city pools are following extended hours on Friday to provide relief from the heat.ÌýAlex Duff, Fairbank, McGregor Park, Monarch Park, North ÎÚÑ»´«Ã½, Smithfield and Sunnyside pools will be open until 11:45 p.m. while Halbert Park pool will be open until 9 p.m.
ÎÚÑ»´«Ã½nians can use the city’s to find public pools, community centres and other free spots to beat the July heat.
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