Another heat wave is generated in southern Alberta, so keep the ball cap handy to secure nearby water.
Daytime temperatures are expected to be in the range of 29-34 ° C on Mondays. The heat should weaken and calm by dusk on Tuesday, but the Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) said the heat is expected to recover on Wednesday.
ECCC issued athermal warningaround 10:30 am. This includes Calgary, Ocotox, High River, Claresholm, Brooks, Strathmore, Balkan, Lethbridge, Taber, Milk River and Cypress Hills State Park. , Above all, Medicine Hat, Bow Island, Suffield.
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At high temperatures The condition in which a heat warning is issued is expected to increase the risk of heat illness such as heat stroke and heat exhaustion.
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Get sick in the heat To avoid this, we recommend the following:
- Consider reschedule your outdoor activities during the cooler hours of the day.
- Take frequent breaks from the heat and spend time in cool indoor spaces where possible.
- Drink plenty of water and other non-alcoholic, non-caffeinated beverages for hydration.
- Check your children and pets before getting out of the car. Do not leave people or pets in a closed car for a long time.
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ECC also recommends monitoring the following symptoms: Heat stroke or heat exhaustion such as elevated body temperature, lack of sweating, confusion, fainting, unconsciousness.
Experience early or more serious effects of fever, including infants, children, the elderly, and individuals who already have lung, heart, kidney, nervous system, mental health or diabetic conditions Pay particular attention to individuals who may be involved: outdoor workers, and socially isolated workers, "said the ECCC news release.
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