OTTAWA: Environment Canada has issued warnings for intense heat expected in several provinces, including parts of Atlantic Canada, Quebec, and Ontario. This comes in addition to numerous air quality advisories issued in many parts of the country due to wildfire smoke. Severe heat will be experienced in Southern Ontario, Greater Montreal and some surrounding areas, Central and Northeastern Newfoundland, and Nova Scotia’s Annapolis Valley.
In Ontario, hot and humid weather is expected to persist for most of this week. Daytime high temperatures will range between 29°C and 32°C. In parts of Quebec province, including Greater Montreal, Lachute, Lanaudière, Montérégie, and Drummondville, daytime highs will climb up to 33°C, while feeling closer to 40°C with the humidity.
In Central and Northeastern Newfoundland cities, including Clarenville and the Bonavista Peninsula, temperatures will reach 32°C. Meanwhile, Norman Bay – Lodge Bay will continue to experience hot and dry conditions, with daytime highs between 27°C and 30°C. In Nova Scotia, heat and humidity are expected to last until Thursday, with daytime highs reaching up to 33°C.
Air pollution has worsened in eastern parts of Alberta and some areas of Yukon, Saskatchewan, Manitoba, Quebec, and Ontario as a result of wildfire smoke. Those most at risk from wildfire smoke include individuals over 65 years old, pregnant women, infants and young children, those with pre-existing conditions or chronic health problems, and those who work outdoors. Authorities have advised these individuals to avoid strenuous outdoor activities and seek immediate medical attention if they experience symptoms such as coughing, difficulty breathing, or chest pain.
