Heat warning in effect as humidity hits Toronto with summer scorcher this weekend
Temperatures top off at 36 C today but will feel like 45
Good morning and happy Friday!
A heat warning remains in effect for Toronto as temperatures are set to soar even higher than yesterday for a scorching weekend in the city.
Prepare to sweat.
As of 5:30 a.m. it was 24 C, feeling more like 30 with the humidex. Mainly sunny skies are in the forecast today with a high of 36 C that will feel like 45 with the stifling humidity.
Heat warning will remain in effect at least until Saturday. Temps dip back down to the 27-29°C range on Sunday. <a href="https://t.co/t04V912kYj">pic.twitter.com/t04V912kYj</a>
—@JayScotlandCrank the A/C this weekend
Don't expect comfortable weather to return anytime soon — daytime highs will stay 30 C or higher through Monday with the humidity making it feel around 40.
Uncle. <a href="https://t.co/J5w4O7SQiz">pic.twitter.com/J5w4O7SQiz</a>
—@JayScotlandDrink lots of water
A heat warning remains in effect from both Environment Canada and Toronto's chief medical officer.
Heat warnings are issued when very high temperatures or humid conditions could lead to a greater risk of heat illnesses, such as heatstroke or heat exhaustion.
That risk is greatest for:
- Older adults.
- Infants and young children.
- People with chronic illnesses, such as breathing difficulties.
- People who work or exercise in the heat.
- Homeless people.
- Those without access to air conditioning.
Environment Canada urged Toronto residents to drink plenty of liquid – especially water – before feeling thirsty, which will decrease the risk of dehydration.