Heat Safety

• How hot is too hot to work? Report calls for heat protections for B.C. workers

  Researchers with BC Policy Solutions say B.C.'s heat exposure regulations have not kept pace with increasingly frequent extreme heat.

  Canada

  Jul 21
  
• British Columbians asked to check on the vulnerable amid heat wave ‘blanket’

  Health authorities and governments are urging caution as a sweltering heat wave has now prompted 41 warnings or special weather statements across the province.

  Weather

  Aug 14, 2023
  
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• Critics say new U.S. heat safety rules for workers don’t go far enough

  U.S. President Joe Biden has called for a new heat hazard alert system that will ensure both workers and employers are educated and protected while a federal standard is worked on.

  Environment

  Jul 28, 2023
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• U.S. congressman goes on ‘thirst strike’ for worker heat safety protections

  Rep. Greg Casar, a Democrat, spent the day on the steps of the U.S. Capitol refusing to eat, drink water or take breaks from the 30 C heat in Washington, D.C.

  Health

  Jul 25, 2023
• Rising southern Alberta temperatures prompt water tips for extreme heat

  Extreme heat in southern Alberta has experts warning the public on staying safe.

  Features

  Jul 18, 2023
• Heat stroke risk increases as Kingston faces second day of sweltering conditions

  For the second day in a row, temperatures pushed toward 40 C in the Kingston, Ont., region Wednesday, increasing the risk of heat related illnesses developing in the community.

  Health

  Jul 5, 2023
• Air quality statement, extreme heat response plan activated for Saskatoon

  As hot weather and wildfire smoke impact air quality again, an extreme heat emergency response plan has been activated by the Saskatoon Emergency Management Organization.

  Canada

  Jun 9, 2023
• Main Street Project in desperate need of bottled water for Winnipeg’s vulnerable

  Winnipeg's Main Street Project says there is an urgent need for donations of water bottles to help those who can't get away from the sweltering hot temperatures.

  Canada

  Jun 7, 2023
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• Manitoba ranchers work to keep livestock safe amid spring heat dome

  As a prolonged spring heat dome hovers over Manitoba, many cattle ranchers are taking extra precautions to keep their livestock herds safe from heat stress and dehydration.

  Canada

  Jun 6, 2023
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• Forest City begins June with record breaking temperature: officials warn of heat dangers

  The London Fire Department said that on a day like Thursday, the temperature inside a car can rise to deadly levels in under 10 minutes, with kids and pets especially at risk.

  Weather

  Jun 1, 2023