AHS says to watch for signs of heat related illness in the extreme temperatures
MEDICINE HAT, AB – Western Canada has been baking under an intense heat wave this week.
The temperature in Medicine Hat as of 3:00 P.M. was 39.5 (40) degrees Celsius according to Environment Canada.
Alberta Health Services says dispute the unusually hot stretch of weather, there has not been an increase in the number of people heading to the Emergency Room in Medicine Hat with heat related illnesses.
Prolonged heat like this does increase the risk for conditions like heat exhaustion and even heat stroke. Both of which can have serious and even damaging effects if not addressed.