Ottawa and several nearby towns are under a heat alert that started Tuesday afternoon.
The warning from Environment Canada includes Ottawa and extends down to areas along the St. Lawrence River and Lake Ontario, reaching from Cornwall in the east to Toronto and even further west.
The hottest days are expected on Wednesday and Thursday, with temperatures potentially hitting 35 C. The minimum temperatures at night will range between 21 to 25 C, offering little comfort from the heat, according to weather officials.
A warm celebration for Canada Day
With many planning outdoor festivities, experts suggest taking it easy to prevent heat exhaustion and dehydration.
“It’s important that you take breaks from the heat.. whether it’s in the air conditioning or in the shade,” recommended Ottawa Paramedic Service spokesperson Marc-Antoine Deschamps.
He also urged people to check on each other and avoid drinks like caffeine and alcohol that can dehydrate.
“If you go out for Canada Day festivities, remain well hydrated, dress appropriately with loose enough clothing,” he added. Don’t forget hats and sunscreen!
On Monday, some families were already taking extra measures to stay cool.
Regular hydration breaks
Jeff, Christa, and Lucas Hutchins are visiting Ottawa with their dog Whisky. They mentioned they plan to enjoy water activities while exploring the city.
“We’re finding shade, lots and lots of water,” Jeff said. “So, water breaks often, which is great, and [Whisky] loves just to lay down in the shade.”
The City of Ottawa has provided a list of locations where folks can cool off indoors in air-conditioned spaces like city hall, libraries, and community centers.
To combat the heat wave, Gatineau will extend swimming hours at public pools and beaches while keeping some libraries open later than usual.
(Stu Mills/CBC)
Water stations available on July 1
Canadian Heritage announced it’s implementing several measures to help everyone stay cool during Canada Day celebrations in downtown Ottawa this Wednesday. Water refill stations will be set up at all Canada Day locations so people can fill their bottles back up,” spokesperson Caroline Czajkowski stated.
Czajkowski also mentioned that awnings will be placed at Le Breton Flats for shade purposes.
“We’ve got places where it’s not full out in the sun where you can take a breather from that warm sun,” she shared during an interview on CBC’s Ottawa Morning this Tuesday.
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