Expect temperatures in the 30-plus range and humidex levels of 35 to 40 said Environment Canada ... Health unit issues an advisory on coping with the heat
Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for Greater Sudbury and surrounding areas.The heat event is expected for Sunday and the following three days, said the warning statement. This means high humidex values are expected.Humidex vales of 35 to 40 are also expected.
"The passage of a cold front will bring an end to the heat on Tuesday and Wednesday for some areas. Hot and humid air can also bring deteriorating air quality and can result in the Air Quality Health Index approaching the high risk category," the statement continued. "Continuous exposure to high levels of heat can lead to dehydration and illnesses such as heat stroke, heat exhaustion, heat fainting, heat edema , heat rash, heat cramps , and even death," said the public health advisory.
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