Get ready for a hot and humid next few days in most parts Quebec
Much of southwestern Quebec, including Montreal, is under a heat warning on Saturday, with Environment Canada saying the sweltering weather will stick around for a few days.
The federal agency says maximum temperatures will rise above 30C with humidex values around 40.
Night time temperatures will remain above 20C, offering little respite from the heat.
While some regions in the western part of the province could see more comfortable temperatures as early as Monday, the heat warning is expected to last until at least Tuesday for Montreal.
Environment Canada says heat warnings are issued when "very high temperature or humidity conditions are expected to pose an elevated risk of heat illnesses, such as heat stroke or heat exhaustion."
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Early signs of heat exhaustion which can include headaches, nausea, dizziness, thirst, dark urine and intense fatigue,
If you are experiencing these condition it is recommended to stop your activities and drink water. You can also consult a health-care professional or call the 811 Info-Santé health line.
Heat stroke, however, is a medical emergency requiring immediate assistance.
If someone is experiencing symptoms such as "red and hot skin, dizziness, nausea, confusion and change in consciousness," Environment Canada says to call 911 and try to keep the person cool as you wait for help to arrive.
While anyone can suffer from heat illnesses, those with chronic health conditions, older people and young children can be more vulnerable.
With that in mind, the weather agency is reminding people to stay hydrated and drink lots of water, even before feeling thirsty.
It is also recommends people plan any outdoor activities for the coolest parts of the days and to limit exposure to sunlight and heat.
To cool down, people can take showers and should try to spend a few hours a day in an air-conditioned or cool location.
"Never leave people, especially children, or pets inside a parked vehicle. Check the vehicle before locking to make sure no one is left behind," the agency warned.
During heat waves, the City of Montreal often extends the opening hours of many public places where people can get a reprieve from the heat, including pools, splash pads and misting fountains.
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