Environment Canada says children and pets should not be left in vehicles amid high temperatures. Calvin L. Leake/Dreamstime.com

By Eli J. Ridder

Heat warning continues Monday for Medicine Hat and area

Jul 29, 2024 | 8:40 AM

A heat warning has been issued for daytime high temperatures expected Monday in Medicine Hat, Brooks and swathes of southeast Alberta.

An overnight low 17 C will not bring much relief from the heat, Environment Canada said in the alert.

However, it expects that temperatures will moderate by Tuesday.

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Those impacted are advised to consider rescheduling outdoor activities to cooler hours of the day, take frequent breaks from the heat and spending time in cooled indoor spaces where possible.

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Staying hydrated with water is also recommended.

Environment Canada added that any person or pet should not be left inside a closed vehicle for any length of time.