It’s about to get really hot today.
A Heat Warning is in effect for the area:
“The extreme heat and humidity may continue into Wednesday. A cold front is expected to push through the region late Tuesday, but there is some uncertainty with how far south this front will get. Should it remain farther north, the heat event may continue Wednesday, primarily for southwestern Ontario and the GTA.
“Take action to protect yourself and others – extreme heat can affect everyone’s health. Determine if you or others around you are at greater risk of heat illness. Check on older adults, those living alone and other at-risk people in-person or on the phone multiple times a day.
“Watch for the early signs of heat exhaustion in yourself and others. Signs may include headache, nausea, dizziness, thirst, dark urine and intense fatigue. Stop your activity and drink water.
“Heat stroke is a medical emergency! Call 9-1-1 or your emergency health provider 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.
“Drink water often and before you feel thirsty to replace fluids.
“Close blinds, or shades and open windows if outside is cooler than inside.
“Turn on air conditioning, use a fan, or move to a cooler area of your living space. If your living space is hot, move to a cool public space such as a cooling centre, community centre, library or shaded park.
“Follow the advice of your region’s public health authority.
“Plan and schedule outdoor activities during the coolest parts of the day.
“Limit direct exposure to the sun and heat. Wear lightweight, light-coloured, loose-fitting clothing and a wide-brimmed hat.
“Never leave people, especially children, or pets inside a parked vehicle. Check the vehicle before locking to make sure no one is left behind.”
Here is your Milton forecast for this new week, per Environment Canada:
| Date | Detailed Forecast |
|---|---|
| Today | Sunny. Wind becoming southwest 20 km/h gusting to 40 this morning. High 36. Humidex 46. UV index 10 or very high. |
| Tonight | Clear. Wind southwest 20 km/h gusting to 40 becoming light this evening. Low 25. |
| Tue, 24 Jun | Sunny. Increasing cloudiness late in the morning then 30 percent chance of showers in the afternoon. Risk of a thunderstorm in the afternoon. Wind becoming southwest 20 km/h gusting to 40 late in the morning then becoming north 20 gusting to 40. High 33. Humidex 42. UV index 10 or very high. |
| Night | Cloudy periods with 30 percent chance of showers. Low 19. |
| Wed, 25 Jun | Cloudy with 30 percent chance of showers. High 28. |
| Night | Cloudy with 30 percent chance of showers. Low 19. |
| Thu, 26 Jun | Cloudy with 60 percent chance of showers. High 27. |
| Night | Cloudy with 60 percent chance of showers. Low 17. |
| Fri, 27 Jun | Cloudy with 60 percent chance of showers. High 23. |
| Night | Cloudy with 30 percent chance of showers. Low 16. |
| Sat, 28 Jun | A mix of sun and cloud. High 24. |
| Night | Cloudy periods. Low 16. |
| Sun, 29 Jun | A mix of sun and cloud. High 28. |
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