Toronto Swelters Under Intense Heat as City Braces for Humid Blast
Hey folks, just a heads-up — Toronto is heading into some dangerously hot territory, and if you haven’t already felt the intensity rising, it’s only just beginning. Environment Canada has officially issued a heat warning for a huge part of Ontario, with Toronto right in the thick of it. We're looking at extreme temperatures starting Sunday and running into Tuesday, with daytime highs expected between 31 to 36 degrees Celsius. But factor in the humidex, and it’s going to feel more like the mid-40s. That’s not just hot — that’s serious, record-challenging heat.
Now, get this — Sunday may be humid, but Monday? That’s when the heat is expected to peak. We’re talking about potentially the hottest day Toronto has seen in the past two years. And what makes it especially tough is the lack of overnight relief. Temperatures won’t cool much once the sun goes down, hovering in the low to mid-20s, with humidex values still in the 30s even at night. That kind of heat sticks around, making it hard for our bodies and homes to cool off.
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City officials and Environment Canada are urging all of us to take precautions. Check in on older adults, anyone living alone, and anyone particularly vulnerable to heat-related illness. Headaches, nausea, dizziness, fatigue, and dark urine are all early signs of heat exhaustion. If you feel any of those symptoms, stop what you’re doing, get to a cooler place, and hydrate immediately.
The City of Toronto is taking action by opening over 500 “cool spaces” — libraries, community centres, splash pads, and outdoor pools — with some pools staying open as late as 11:45 p.m. And with major events like Pride celebrations and the TD Jazz Festival taking place across the city this weekend, staying hydrated and protected from the sun is even more important. Sunscreen, water bottles, and light clothing should be your go-to gear.
Also, don’t forget the basics: never leave pets or kids in a parked car, not even for a minute. Keep your blinds closed during the day to block the sun, use fans or air conditioning if you have them, and try to schedule outdoor activities for the cooler parts of the day — early morning or evening.
Even the CAA is reminding drivers to prep their vehicles for the heat. That means checking your car battery, cooling systems, and carrying extra water in case you're stuck in traffic or dealing with a breakdown. If you’re driving an electric vehicle, pre-condition your car while it’s still plugged in and keep it cool to protect your battery.
This weekend marks the first official days of summer, and while it’s packed with celebrations, let’s not underestimate the power of this heat wave. Stay safe, look out for one another, and take full advantage of those cool spaces. It's going to be a scorcher, Toronto — let’s get through it smartly.
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