WATCH: With temperatures expected to hit the 30’s in Calgary, Health Specialist Heather Yourex has some things you will want to consider before heading outside.
CALGARY – Calgarians are being warned to prepare for hot weather with temperatures well above normal over the weekend.
On Friday, Environment Canada issued a special weather statement warning of elevated temperatures for the next few days – and Alberta Health Services issued a heat advisory for the entire Calgary Zone.
WATCH: As temperatures are expected to rise into the 30s this weekend, emergency crews are reminding everyone to enjoy the weather safely. Jenna Freeman speaks with Adam Loria from EMS.
The warmest temperatures are expected Saturday and Sunday afternoon where daytime highs are forecast to reach into the low to mid 30’s.
Don’t expect any relief from the heat at night; overnight lows are forecast to remain in the mid to upper teens.
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Temperatures will be warmest in southeastern portions of the province where daytime highs are forecast to reach 38 degrees.
It’s expected the hot weather will continue through the beginning of next week.
How to beat the heat
“Normal activity that may be safe on a cool day might be dangerous in current weather conditions,” warns Dr. Brent Friesen, Medical Officer of Health, Calgary Zone. “If you start to feel overheated, stop your activity immediately, seek shade and drink fluids,”
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With the mercury expected to soar, EMS are advising Calgarians to follow these tips to keep safe and healthy:
- Stay hydrated with water. If you expect to spend the following day outside, proper hydration begins the day before
- Avoid alcoholic and caffeinated beverages, as these promote dehydration
- Wear waterproof sunscreen. Apply approximately 20 minutes before going outside, and reapply frequently, as sunscreen is eventually absorbed by the skin and/or eliminated by perspiration (sweating)
- Wear a hat, sunglasses and, if possible, light colored, loose fitted long pants and long-sleeved shirts, to prevent (sun) burns
- Attempt to avoid strenuous activity while outside. If unable, routinely seek shade; the human body uses significant energy to regulate it’s temperature
- Heat related illness consists of (in order of least severe to life-threatening): Heat cramps, heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
Although children, seniors and people with certain preexisting medical conditions are particularly susceptible to a heat related illness, paramedics are warning everyone follow the precautions listed above.
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