Central Ontario swelters under the heat

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11 hours ago

With highs in the mid 30s, and the Humidex reaching 40C, Environment Canada suggests finding a cool place to ride out this heat wave.
Environment Canada has instituted a Heat Warning for most of central Ontario.
The multi-day heat wave continues today with daytime temperatures expected to reach between 31 to 35 degrees Celsius, but with the Humidex values, it will feel more like 37C to 41C.
The Heat Warning is in effect for:
Barrie, Collingwood, Hillsdale,
Bracebridge, Gravenhurst,
Caledon,
Fenelon Falls, Balsam Lake Park, Northern Kawartha Lakes,
Hanover, Dundalk, Southern Grey County,
Huntsville, Baysville,
Innisfil, New Tecumseth, Angus,
Midland, Coldwater, Orr Lake,
Newmarket, Georgina, Northern York Region
Orangeville, Grand Valley, Southern Dufferin County,
Orillia, Lagoon City, Washago,
Owen Sount, Blue Mountains, Northern Grey County,
Port Carlling, Port Severn,
Shelburne, Mansfield, Northern Dufferin County,
Parry Sound, Rosseau, Killbear.
The national weather agency says a cooler air mass could arrive Tuesday evening, putting an end to this seemingly never-ending heat wave.
Air Quality Health Index Cautions:
With the weather also come an Air Quality Health Index in the high-risk category.
Check on older adults and other at-risk people in-person or on the phone.
Watch for the early signs of heat exhaustion including headache, nausea, dizziness, thirst, dark urine and intense fatigue.
If you are experiencing heat fatigue, stop what you're doing and drink water.
Environment Canada wants to remind Ontario residents that heat stroke is a medical emergency.
'Call 911 if you, or someone around you, is showing signs of heat stroke which can include red and hot skin, dizziness, nausea, confusion and change in consciousness.
While you wait for medical attention, try to cool the person by moving them to a cool place, removing extra clothing, applying cold water or ice packs around the body,' the heat warning cautions.
To stave off heat exhaustion: