Tips to beat the heat in Ottawa during the June heat wave [Video]

Ottawa’s top doctor is urging people to avoid strenuous physical activity and stay hydrated, warning this week’s hot and humid weather is “life-threatening,”

Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for Ottawa, calling for a “prolonged heat event” for most of the week. Daytime highs will be between 30 C and 34 C, with the humidex value above 40.

“I am asking people to adjust your daily routines to stay cool and well hydrated,” Dr. Vera Etches, Ottawa’s medical officer of health, said. “Knock on the doors of neighbours who don’t regularly have a cool environment to live in, see if they need some help to cope in the hot weather.”

“Take care to keep hydrated when at events; we know this is a busy time of events. Reduce strenuous activity and watch for signs of heat related illness.”

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