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Wood Buffalo region under heat warning

PHOTO. Fort McMurray and surrounding communities under heat warning. JENNA HAMILTON/ Morning Reporter.

The Wood Buffalo region is under a heat warning.

According to Environment Canada, until Thursday night temperature are expected to reach 29C or above.

You are reminded to use precautions to protect yourself from the heat:

  • Consider rescheduling outdoor activities to cooler hours of the day.
  • Take frequent breaks from the heat, spending time outdoors at your house or at cooled public buildings (including malls or indoor pools).
  • Drink plenty of water and other non-alcoholic, non-caffeinated beverages to stay hydrated.
  • Do not leave any person or pet inside a closed vehicle, for any length of time.

 

Check the Environment Canada website for more information.