REGINA – In Saskatchewan we’re used to the term “deep freeze” more so than “heat wave.”
Although most of us prefer these warm days, spending too much time in the sun and heat can be just as dangerous as freezing temperatures.
Area in central and southern Saskatchewan remained under a special weather statement Wednesday with high temperatures and humidity expected to continue into the weekend.
Some Regina residents have swarmed to the city’s spray pads and pools as a refreshing way to cool down.
“We will probably run through sprinklers, set up a pool in the backyard, and maybe come back here,” said one man leaving Massey pool Wednesday. “Anything to kind of stay in the sun but stay cool and stay hydrated.”
For others, all that’s needed is a frozen treat.
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“We’re out for ice cream without dad. We snuck away for some ice cream to keep cool and went to the splash park earlier,” said another resident after getting an ice cream cone from the Milky Way. “It’s a good Saskatchewan summer day.”
Numerous heat induced illnesses can set in quickly such as heat rash, edema and fainting. The most extreme danger related to overheating is heat stroke where a fever sets in and the body can’t regulate a healthy temperature.
If you want to be outside and enjoy the heat while it lasts, it’s recommended you stay hydrated, seek shade and pay attention to how you’re feeling. Head indoors if you start feeling nauseous, light headed or your body starts to cramp.
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