Two-day heat warning in effect: Environment Canada

Daytime high temperatures are expected to be near 30 degrees Celsius today through Friday. Overnight temperatures are expected to be in the high teens, providing little relief from the heat, Environment Canada says

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WEATHER ALERT
ENVIRONMENT CANADA
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Heat warning continued for:

Vaughan - Richmond Hill - Markham
Halton Hills - Milton
Burlington - Oakville

Current details:

Two-day heat event beginning today.

Maximum temperatures: 29 to 31 degrees Celsius.

Minimum temperatures: 17 to 21 degrees Celsius.

Timing:
Today into Friday.

Discussion:
Daytime high temperatures are expected to be near 30 degrees Celsius today through Friday. Overnight temperatures are expected to be in the high teens, providing little relief from the heat. Cooler temperatures return on Saturday.

The risks are greater for young children, pregnant women, older adults, people with chronic illnesses and people working or exercising outdoors.

Drink plenty of water even before you feel thirsty and stay in a cool place.

Never leave people or pets inside a parked vehicle.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to [email protected] or tweet reports using #ONStorm.