Londoners feeling the heat as hot weather blankets the region
Meanwhile, some Londoners are embracing the heat, saying it's better than the frigid temperatures of winter.
"I used to work outside but I definitely wouldn't be working outside today," said Heather Rennox, who was enjoying the splash pad with her 10-month-old daughter, Hailey.
"It can be scary because I wonder if she's keeping cool because you get pretty hot — and you know when you're hot — but they can't tell you. We have a fan and we try to keep her hydrated. We go back and forth from inside and outside in the shade."
Hailey wasn't a huge fan of the splash pad, at least not yet, Rennox said. The loudness of the water gave her a scare.
At the basketball court several metres away, 19-year-old buddies Tayedin Bartley and Ateny Kuol were shooting hoops and taking lots of water breaks.
"Just as long as you drink lots of water and don't overwork, you're good," said Kuol. "If you're sweating too much, sit down. Just be reasonable with yourself."
The two play on a summer basketball team called Strive Hoops, said Bartley, who said he doesn't like complaining about the heat because he prefers summer to winter. "Summer is definitely better," he said.
At the next court over, Liam Seanor was practicing his basketball skills and taking in the fresh air.
"I was just bored of sitting inside, honestly. If I was inside, I'd be on my computer, not doing anything active, so it's good to get outside. It's good for you."
A heat warning from Environment Canada is expected to last until Thursday, when a cooler airmass is expected to arrive in the evening.
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