It could feel like 40 degrees Saturday, heat warning in effect for Ottawa
Environment Canada issued a heat warning for Ottawa on Friday, advising of daytime highs of 29 to 32 C. With humidity, it could feel like 35 to 40.
The 'prolonged' wave of extreme heat is expected to continue through Thursday, Environment Canada says.
Saturday's weather forecast shows a high of 31 C that could feel like 39 with the humidity. There is a 30 per cent chance of showers late this afternoon with a risk of a thunderstorm.
Tonight will be partly cloudy with a 30 per cent chance of showers early this evening and overnight. Low 23 C.
Much of the same conditions are expected on Sunday with a high of 31 C and the humidex at 40.
There will be cloudy periods in the evening with a 60 per cent chance of showers.
Next week's temperatures are expected to stay above the 30s until Friday when the forecast shows relatively normal conditions for this time of year.
Environment Canada recommends taking action to protect yourself and others from the heat, especially those who are at greater risk of heat illness.
Watch for the early signs of heat exhaustion in yourself and others. Symptoms may include headache, nausea, dizziness, thirst, dark urine and intense fatigue. Stop your activity and drink water.
Call 911 if anyone is showing signs of heat stroke.
The City of Ottawa has a map showing places where residents can cool off.
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