June 10th, 2017
BURLINGTON, ON
While there are still some that argue the merits of climate change the rest of us need to pay attention to the weather warnings issued by the Region
For the balance of the weekend we are into the Region has issued an extreme heat and humidity warning that came from Environment Canada.
Starting Sunday, June 11 forecast temperatures are expected to reach at least 31 degrees Celsius with overnight temperatures above 20 degrees Celsius for two days, or when a humidex of 40 or higher is expected for two days.
Especially at risk:
• Older adults (over the age of 65), infants and young children, people who work and exercise in the heat, people without adequate housing and those without air conditioning.
• People who have breathing difficulties, heart problems, kidney problems or take heat-sensitive medications.
Prevention tips:
• stay cool;
• avoid strenuous outdoor activities;
• seek shade from the sun;
• spend time in air-conditioned places, such as shopping malls and community centres; and
• drink plenty of cool liquids, especially water.
• Visit friends and neighbours who may be at risk and never leave people or pets in your care unattended in a car.
If you or someone in your care experiences rapid breathing, headache, confusion, weakness or fainting, please seek medical attention right away.
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