Sweltering summer temperatures caused heat warnings across six provinces and territories, with parts of Ontario recording temperatures hitting 40 C including the humidex.
Breakdown
- Heat warnings are in effect across much of Canada, with temperatures above 30°C and humidex values over 40°C. 13s
- Multiple provinces, including Ontario, Quebec, BC, Alberta, and the Maritimes, are affected. 24s
- Toronto has already exceeded last year's total number of heat warnings. 49s
- Poor air quality from wildfires is making the heat harder to bear. 1m 1s
- Extreme heat is a major health risk and may persist into the fall. 1m 42s