Heat warning issued for city of Toronto
Check up on isolated adults and seniors, who are at greater risk of heat-related illness
The city of Toronto's top doctor issued a heat warning for the city Sunday, as temperatures rose over 30 C, with a humidex of 34 C, according to Environment Canada.
During the heat warning, Dr. David McKeown is encouraging Torontonians to check up on family, friends and neighbours, especially isolated adults and seniors, who are at greater risk of heat-related illness.
Others at risk are people with chronic illnesses, people with limited mobility, those with some mental health illnesses, infants and young children, and people who are homeless.
McKeown says to drink a lot of water, even before you feel thirsty, take cool showers or baths, or use wet towels to cool down. Loose and light-coloured clothing is recommended, as well as wearing a hat when outside.
The public can also cool down at air-conditioned places like shopping malls, community centres or libraries.