An extreme heat warning has been issued for most of Simcoe County for the next three days.
The health unit says it is a reminder that people should be careful of their health and look for ways to avoid overheating.
It says when temperatures are high, overexertion will increase the risk of heat exhaustion, dehydration or heat stroke.
During the heat, you should be taking care to avoid overheating.
- Be sure to drink plenty of fluids (non-caffeinated). Don’t wait until you feel thirsty – that’s a sign that your body is already becoming dehydrated.
- Stay cool indoors.
- If you must be outside, stay in the shade and make sure you wear and reapply sunscreen, a broad-brimmed hat, sunglasses and lightweight, light-colored, loose-fitting clothing.
- Electric fans provide comfort by increasing evaporation; however, when conditions are extreme, fans will not prevent heat-related illness.
- Keep physical activity to a minimum.
- Draw blinds or curtains to prevent radiant heat from entering homes.
Infants and young children, the frail elderly and people with chronic lung conditions or taking certain prescription drugs are more vulnerable to harm from overheating. Check in on these people to make sure they’re staying safe.
For more information about extreme heat, visit the health unit’s website at www.smdhu.org/heat or call Health Connection weekdays 8:30 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. at 705-721-7520 (1-877-721-7520).
For the latest forecast and weather warnings from Environment Canada, please click here.
An extreme heat warning has been issued for some communities in our region from Aug. 11 to 13, a reminder that people should be careful of their health and look for ways to avoid overheating. https://t.co/dMqWYXWxr3 pic.twitter.com/o4K7PsJqFl
— SMDHU (@SMDhealthunit) August 11, 2021
It's all sun & games until someone gets burnt.
☀️Check the local weather for the UV rating in your area.
👒Cover up with a wide-brimmed hat.
😎Protect your eyes, wear sunglasses with UV protective lenses.
✅Wear a sunscreen with an SPF of 30 or higher.
🌳Seek shade often. pic.twitter.com/DR5ifosXZm— SMDHU (@SMDhealthunit) July 12, 2021
Do you know today’s Air Quality Health Index? The AQHI is a tool to help you understand local air quality and what it means for your health.
Check the AQHI daily, and follow the health messages to reduce your exposure from air pollutants. https://t.co/M291rJj1Y6 pic.twitter.com/kEEw42w9p0
— SMDHU (@SMDhealthunit) July 28, 2021
DYK We test the water samples for levels of E. coli bacteria. When elevated levels of E. coli are present in the water samples, the beach may be posted with an advisory warning indicating it is unsafe for swimming or the beach may be closed. https://t.co/yHbcmXm9sE pic.twitter.com/PzAAbWTfvZ
— SMDHU (@SMDhealthunit) July 25, 2021