A Heat Warning is in effect for all of Nova Scotia, with very warm and humid weather expected today and Thursday. Maximum temperatures of 33 and 34 degrees are expected, with the Humidex reaching 40 today and 43 on Thursday. Heat warnings have been issued across almost all of Atlantic Canada — except Labrador. Environment Canada says temperatures across the region will range between 29 and 35 degrees Celsius today and Thursday. The humidity will make it feel as hot as 45 in parts of New Brunswick.
Heat Warning safety tips from New Glasgow Regional Police. Drink plenty of water regularly, even before you feel thirsty to decrease your risk of dehydration. Also, watch for early signs of heat illness – feeling unwell, fatigue, thirst, headache – as all these can rapidly evolve into life-threatening emergencies. Move to a cooler environment immediately, such as a shaded or air-conditioned space. Heat stroke is a medical emergency –! Call 911 or your local emergency number immediately if you or someone you are caring for has a high body temperature and is either confused, has stopped sweating or becomes unconscious.
Also, a reminder from the RCMP to keep your pets safe.
Your vehicle – even with the windows down – can quickly reach a temperature that puts your pet at risk of serious illness or death.
When the weather is warm, it’s best to leave your four-legged friend at home. If you can’t, use the drive-through, curbside pickup, or visit pet-friendly businesses to avoid a potentially tragic outcome.
If you encounter an animal in a vehicle that appears to be in distress, call 911 and stay with the animal until officers arrive.
The Edmonton Oilers have managed to keep their hopes alive of bringing home Edmonton’s first Stanley Cup in more than 30 years. Edmonton beat the Florida Panthers 5-3 on Tuesday night. The Oilers hope to become the first team since the Toronto Maple Leafs in 1942 to come back from a three-nothing deficit to win the Stanley Cup. Game 6 of the Stanley Cup Final will be in Edmonton on Friday night, with the Panthers up 3 games to 2. .
