Heat warning for Medicine Hat expected until Friday

Jul 2, 2025 | 7:05 AM

Enviroment Canada has issued a heat warning for the City of Medicine Hat.

Temperatures reaching 32 C to 37 C combined with overnight lows of 15 C to 20 C continue Wednesday and Thursday, with moderate temperatures expected starting Friday.

Environment Canada says those in the area are advised to take precaution.

Consider rescheduling outdoor activities to cooler hours of the day.
Take frequent breaks from the heat, spending time in cooled indoor spaces where possible.
Drink plenty of water and other non-alcoholic, non-caffeinated beverages to stay hydrated.
Check for your children or pets before you exit your vehicle.
Do not leave any person or pet inside a closed vehicle, for any length of time.
Monitor for symptoms of heat stroke or heat exhaustion, such as high body temperature, lack of sweat, confusion, fainting, and unconsciousness.
Pay particular attention to individuals that can experience earlier or more severe effects from heat including infants, children, seniors, and individuals with pre-existing lung, heart, kidney, nervous system, mental health or diabetic conditions, outdoor workers, as well as those who are socially isolated.

Heat warning for Medicine Hat expected until Friday

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