High Humidex Warnings Issued - Second Day
WOCN54 CWHX 061344
Humidex and health advisory
Updated by Environment Canada and the New Brunswick Department of
Health
At 10:44 AM ADT Saturday 6 July 2013.
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Humidex and health advisory for:
Fundy National Park
Grand Lake and Queens County
Moncton and Southeast New Brunswick
Sussex - Kennebecasis Valley and Kings County.
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==discussion==
A hot and humid air mass will prevail over the Maritimes again today.
Humidex values of around 40 are expected across parts of the
province. Similar conditions are expected on Sunday.
Older adults, infants, young children and people with chronic medical
conditions are at greater risk of heat-related illnesses. People
taking certain medications especially for mental health conditions
are also at risk. People who are very active outside are also at
risk.
The New Brunswick Department of Health recommends the following
precautions and actions:
- drink plenty of cool fluids, especially water before feeling
thirsty.
- wear lightweight, loose-fitting and light colored clothing.
- avoid exposure to the sun.
- if you can, reschedule strenuous activities to a cooler period.
- spend a few hours in a cool place or in an air-conditioned location
(mall, library, place of worship or grocery store).
- check with your pharmacist, nurse or doctor if your medication
increases your health risk in the heat and follow their
recommendations.
- frequently visit a vulnerable family member or neighbour to make
sure he or she is okay.
- take cool showers or baths until refreshed.
- use your air conditioner if you have one.
- organizers of sport and recreational activities should consider
rescheduling them.
- seek medical attention if you experience symptoms that are out of
the ordinary: heavy sweating, paleness, muscle cramps, faintness,
fatigue, dizziness, headache or nausea.
For more information please visit: WWW.GNB.CA/0217/HEAT-E.ASP
End
WOCN15 CWHX 061344
Special weather statement
Updated by Environment Canada
At 10:44 AM ADT Saturday 6 July 2013.
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Special weather statement for:
Prince Edward Island
Humidex values of 35 to 39 are expected again today.
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==discussion==
The warm and humid airmass that gave humidex values above 35 to many
parts of Prince Edward Island for the past two days will persist
today. Somewhat cooler temperatures and lower humidity values are in
store for Sunday as the winds become more northwesterly.
Please monitor the latest forecasts and warnings from Environment
Canada at www.weatheroffice.gc.ca.
The public is advised to monitor future forecasts and warnings as
warnings may be required or extended.
Please monitor the latest forecasts and warnings from Environment
Canada at www.weatheroffice.gc.ca
End
WOCN51 CWHX 061344
Humidex and health advisory
Updated by Environment Canada and the Nova Scotia Department of
Health and Wellness
At 10:44 AM ADT Saturday 6 July 2013.
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Humidex and health advisory for:
Halifax Metro and Halifax County West
Halifax County - east of Porters Lake
Lunenburg County
Queens County
Annapolis County
Kings County
Hants County
Colchester County - Truro and south
Pictou County
Antigonish County
Guysborough County.
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==discussion==
A hot and humid air mass will prevail over the Maritimes again today.
Humidex values of around 40 are expected across parts of the
province. Similar conditions are expected on Sunday.
Further details follow in the next regular public forecast.
The Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness advises the
following:
Stay in shaded or air conditioned areas as much as possible, drink
plenty of water, wear light clothing and take breaks often if you are
exercising or working outdoors. Consideration should be given to
postpone strenuous exercise or work until a cooler time of the day.
Organizers of sport and recreational activities should build in
regular water breaks and consider rescheduling activities. The
elderly, babies and young children, or people with heart or lung
problems are most at risk of serious heat-related illness. People
taking medications, especially for mental health conditions, should
check with their doctor or pharmacist to see if they are more at risk
from high temperatures.
Information is provided on the Nova Scotia Department of Health and
Wellness website WWW.GOV.NS.CA/HPP/ENVIRONMENTAL/HEAT.ASP.
End
Humidex and health advisory
Updated by Environment Canada and the New Brunswick Department of
Health
At 10:44 AM ADT Saturday 6 July 2013.
---------------------------------------------------------------------
Humidex and health advisory for:
Fundy National Park
Grand Lake and Queens County
Moncton and Southeast New Brunswick
Sussex - Kennebecasis Valley and Kings County.
---------------------------------------------------------------------
==discussion==
A hot and humid air mass will prevail over the Maritimes again today.
Humidex values of around 40 are expected across parts of the
province. Similar conditions are expected on Sunday.
Older adults, infants, young children and people with chronic medical
conditions are at greater risk of heat-related illnesses. People
taking certain medications especially for mental health conditions
are also at risk. People who are very active outside are also at
risk.
The New Brunswick Department of Health recommends the following
precautions and actions:
- drink plenty of cool fluids, especially water before feeling
thirsty.
- wear lightweight, loose-fitting and light colored clothing.
- avoid exposure to the sun.
- if you can, reschedule strenuous activities to a cooler period.
- spend a few hours in a cool place or in an air-conditioned location
(mall, library, place of worship or grocery store).
- check with your pharmacist, nurse or doctor if your medication
increases your health risk in the heat and follow their
recommendations.
- frequently visit a vulnerable family member or neighbour to make
sure he or she is okay.
- take cool showers or baths until refreshed.
- use your air conditioner if you have one.
- organizers of sport and recreational activities should consider
rescheduling them.
- seek medical attention if you experience symptoms that are out of
the ordinary: heavy sweating, paleness, muscle cramps, faintness,
fatigue, dizziness, headache or nausea.
For more information please visit: WWW.GNB.CA/0217/HEAT-E.ASP
End
WOCN15 CWHX 061344
Special weather statement
Updated by Environment Canada
At 10:44 AM ADT Saturday 6 July 2013.
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Special weather statement for:
Prince Edward Island
Humidex values of 35 to 39 are expected again today.
---------------------------------------------------------------------
==discussion==
The warm and humid airmass that gave humidex values above 35 to many
parts of Prince Edward Island for the past two days will persist
today. Somewhat cooler temperatures and lower humidity values are in
store for Sunday as the winds become more northwesterly.
Please monitor the latest forecasts and warnings from Environment
Canada at www.weatheroffice.gc.ca.
The public is advised to monitor future forecasts and warnings as
warnings may be required or extended.
Please monitor the latest forecasts and warnings from Environment
Canada at www.weatheroffice.gc.ca
End
WOCN51 CWHX 061344
Humidex and health advisory
Updated by Environment Canada and the Nova Scotia Department of
Health and Wellness
At 10:44 AM ADT Saturday 6 July 2013.
---------------------------------------------------------------------
Humidex and health advisory for:
Halifax Metro and Halifax County West
Halifax County - east of Porters Lake
Lunenburg County
Queens County
Annapolis County
Kings County
Hants County
Colchester County - Truro and south
Pictou County
Antigonish County
Guysborough County.
---------------------------------------------------------------------
==discussion==
A hot and humid air mass will prevail over the Maritimes again today.
Humidex values of around 40 are expected across parts of the
province. Similar conditions are expected on Sunday.
Further details follow in the next regular public forecast.
The Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness advises the
following:
Stay in shaded or air conditioned areas as much as possible, drink
plenty of water, wear light clothing and take breaks often if you are
exercising or working outdoors. Consideration should be given to
postpone strenuous exercise or work until a cooler time of the day.
Organizers of sport and recreational activities should build in
regular water breaks and consider rescheduling activities. The
elderly, babies and young children, or people with heart or lung
problems are most at risk of serious heat-related illness. People
taking medications, especially for mental health conditions, should
check with their doctor or pharmacist to see if they are more at risk
from high temperatures.
Information is provided on the Nova Scotia Department of Health and
Wellness website WWW.GOV.NS.CA/HPP/ENVIRONMENTAL/HEAT.ASP.
End
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