Dangerously hot and humid conditions are expected through most of the week. Daytime highs through much of the week are expected to be 30 to 35 degrees Celsius with humidex values of 40 to 45. There will be little relief through the overnight as lows are expected to be 18 to 23 degrees Celsius with humidex values of 26 to 30.
Extreme heat can affect everyone’s health. Watch for the effects of heat illness: swelling, rash, cramps, fainting, heat exhaustion, heat stroke and the worsening of some health conditions.
Advice during hot weather from the City of Ottawa:
- Drink plenty of fluids throughout the day, preferably water, and limit or avoid caffeine and alcohol.
- Avoid strenuous outdoor physical activity.
- Limit or avoid direct exposure to the sun and wear a sunscreen with SPF 30 or higher, a wide-brimmed hat, sunglasses and SPF lip balm.
- Dress in light and loose-fitting clothing.
- Look for shade or a cool shelter in an air-conditioned location.
- Never leave children, the elderly or pets unattended in a car, even with the windows open.
- Take frequent cool showers or baths. If you cannot shower or bath easily, sponge often with cool wet towels. Focus on cooling the back of the neck, under the arms and groin area. Soak feet and hands in a basin of cool water.
Ottawa Public Health has more information on how to Beat the Heat.
The University remains open and operations are running as scheduled. Members of the University community are encouraged to continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada.
In case of emergency, call Protection Services at 613-562-5411, or use the emergency button on the SecurUO app.