Environment Canada issues special weather statement for Toronto, southern Ontario as heat wave hits

Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement for Toronto and most of southern Ontario as the first heat wave of the summer season is expected Monday.

Global News meteorologist Anthony Farnell said the temperature across the region will climb into the low 30s, but with the humidity levels also rising, it will feel like 36 C in Toronto and close to 40 C in Windsor.

“Environment Canada has issued a special weather statement warning the public to take extra care in the heat today as it’s only the second time the mercury has topped 30 C and our bodies are not used to it yet,” Farnell said.

The agency advised people to drink lots of a cold water, dress appropriately for the weather and spend extended periods of time in cool areas.

Farnell said the heat wave will be short-lived “with temperatures returning to the mid-20s Tuesday and Wednesday and going below seasonal by the weekend.”

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