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- CBC
Heat wave expected to end Thursday night, air quality concerns remain
The heat warning issued last Friday for the Ottawa-Gatineau region should end Thursday night, according to Environment Canada. Special air quality statements issued by the agency for many areas on Monday also linger Tuesday. The heat warning now covers nearly all of eastern Ontario, with the exception of western communities such as Deep River and Bancroft. There's also a heat warning for the southern Outaouais, including Fort-Coulonge, Gatineau, Grenville-sur-la-Rouge and Kazabazua. Wednesday could be the hottest day for Ottawa of the heat wave by a small margin, with a projected daytime high of 33 C feeling as hot as 41 with humidity. Ottawa topped 32 C on Saturday, with its humidex getting into the low 40s on Saturday and Sunday. Western Quebec's heat warning is just a titch cooler and forecast to end overnight Wednesday into Thursday. More seasonal highs in the upper 20s are forecast for the rest of the week. The air quality statement in Ontario has shrunk somewhat and now covers Ottawa, communities to its east and an area along the St. Lawrence River and Lake Ontario. Another covers all of western Quebec. The Air Quality Health Index as of 9 a.m. on Tuesday was moderate in Belleville, Cornwall, Kingston and Ottawa. The forecast maximum in Gatineau for the day is also moderate. The ongoing wildfires in northern Ontario have forced several First Nations to evacuate, though some of the most vulnerable remain, in need of medical evacuation. On Monday, six communities were experiencing power outages. Staying safe Amid poor air quality and extreme heat, Health Canada and Environment Canada recommend staying indoors, if possible, when the weather is at its worst. Certain people may be more vulnerable to these weather events, like the very young or very old, pregnant people, and those with underlying health issues. If you are outside in the heat, Health Canada recommends staying cool and staying hydrated. Watch for signs of heat exhaustion — like a headache, dizziness or a rapid heartbeat — and get to a cool place where you can drink water. Heat stroke, which includes confusion and very hot or red skin, is a medical emergency requiring a 911 call. Here's how to stay safe and cool as temperatures heat up in Ottawa 22 days ago CBC's Nkele Martin spoke with experts about dangerous symptoms to look out for and what types of activities are safe when the mercury starts to rise. More resources may be available through your municipality. Ottawa, for example, has a map of public and other places to cool off and Russell to its east is opening cooling centres sTuesday through Thursday. Poor air quality can cause mild symptoms including eye, nose and throat irritation, headaches or a mild cough, Environment Canada's statement said, or more severe symptoms like chest pains, wheezing or a severe cough. It also noted that, in addition to other vulnerable populations, anyone who works outside during the day is more susceptible to poor air quality. A moderate air quality risks means at-risk people should consider scaling back or rescheduling strenuous outdoor activities. The general population should be fine, but should watch for symptoms.
CBC
an hour ago
- CBC
Fire burning in Chance Harbour doubled in size overnight
4 minutes ago News Duration 1:13 The fire is the largest active wildfire in N.L., totalling more than 1,200 hectares in size. The CBC's Peter Cowan reports.
CTV News
an hour ago
- CTV News
Toronto now under special air quality statement as heat wave continues
A special air quality statement has been issued for Toronto as residual wildfire smoke from northern Ontario and the Prairies hangs over the city. Environment Canada issued the alert Tuesday amid a heat warning that remains in effect for the fifth consecutive day. 'When air pollution levels are high, everyone should limit time outdoors. Consider reducing or rescheduling outdoor sports, activities and events,' the national weather agency said. According to Swiss air quality tracker IQAir, Toronto currently has the 11th worst air quality in the world. At one point on Monday, during an air quality warning that has since lifted, the city's air was ranked second worst globally behind only Baghdad, Iraq. Environment Canada's air quality health index is currently listed at level 6, which it says represents a moderate risk. As such, the national weather agency says that vulnerable groups, such as seniors, pregnant women, infants and young children should consider reducing or rescheduling strenuous activities outdoors if they are experiencing symptoms like irritated eyes or coughing. Environment Canada says there is no need to modify usual outdoor activities unless you experience symptoms such as coughing and throat irritation. The air quality index is expected to drop to 3, considered to be low risk, overnight. Heat wave enters day 5 As people in Toronto grapple with poor air quality, sweltering conditions in the city are not letting up. Environment Canada's heat warning remains in effect with the temperature expected to climb to 32 C on Tuesday and the humidex making it feel like 36. 'A prolonged period of extreme heat and humidity continues,' the agency said in its warning. 'Take action to protect yourself and others – extreme heat can affect everyone's health. Determine if you or others around you are at greater risk of heat illness. Check on older adults, those living alone and other at-risk people in-person or on the phone multiple times a day.' The heat is expected to break Thursday night, but the city is expected to see highs in the low 30s until then. The city has opened up a number of areas as cooling spaces so people can beat the heat. You can find them here.
