More Extreme Heat Along With Wildfire Smoke On The Way

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Southern Penobscot-Interior Hancock-Central Washington-

Including the cities of Bangor, Brewer, Orono, Old Town, Amherst,

Aurora, Dedham, Eastbrook, Great Pond, Calais, Grand Lake Stream,

Wesley, and Princeton

1107 PM EDT Sat Jul 26 2025

...AIR QUALITY ALERT IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 11 PM EDT SUNDAY...

The Maine Department of Environmental Protection`s Bureau of Air

Quality has issued an Air Quality Alert for particle pollution from

6 AM to 11 PM EDT Sunday.

Particle pollution levels are expected to reach Unhealthy for

Sensitive Groups for the Eastern Interior regions on Sunday.

The Maine Department of Environmental Protection recommends that

individuals consider limiting strenuous outdoor physical activity to

reduce the risk of adverse health effects. People who may be

especially sensitive to the effects of elevated levels of pollutants

include the very young, the elderly, those with pre-existing

respiratory problems such as asthma, those with heart disease and

anyone who is working hard outdoors. But if you experience symptoms

such as shortness of breath, coughing, throat irritation or an

uncomfortable sensation in your chest please consider limiting the

intensity and duration of your outdoor activities.

A toll free air quality hotline has been established so Maine

residents can stay informed on the air quality situations. The toll

free number is: 1-800-223-1196.

Additionally the Maine Department of Environmental Protection has

the air quality forecast available on the web at

www.maine.gov/dep/air/aqforecast.

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9:15 PM ADT Sunday 27 July 2025

Heat Warning in effect for:

Fredericton and Southern York County

A period of very warm and humid weather is expected.

Time span: Monday through Tuesday. 

Maximum temperature Monday: 30 degrees Celsius (Humidex 36).

Minimum temperature Monday night: 18 degrees Celsius.

Maximum temperature Tuesday: 30 to 31 degrees Celsius (Humidex 36 to 38).

Locations: central and southeastern New Brunswick. 

Remarks: A very warm and humid air mass will settle over the region for the next couple of days. Little relief is expected at night with elevated overnight temperatures. Conditions will begin moderating Wednesday.

Take action to protect yourself and others – extreme heat can affect everyone’s health. Determine if you or others around you are at greater risk of heat illness. Check on older adults, those living alone and other at-risk people in-person or on the phone multiple times a day.

Watch for the early signs of heat exhaustion in yourself and others. Signs may include headache, nausea, dizziness, thirst, dark urine and intense fatigue. Stop your activity and drink water. 

Heat stroke is a medical emergency! Call 9-1-1 or your emergency health provider if you, or someone around you, is showing signs of heat stroke which can include red and hot skin, dizziness, nausea, confusion and change in consciousness. While you wait for medical attention, try to cool the person by moving them to a cool place, removing extra clothing, applying cold water or ice packs around the body.

Drink water often and before you feel thirsty to replace fluids. 

Close blinds, or shades and open windows if outside is cooler than inside. 

Turn on air conditioning, use a fan, or move to a cooler area of your living space. If your living space is hot, move to a cool public space such as a cooling centre, community centre, library or shaded park. 

Follow the advice of your region’s public health authority.

Plan and schedule outdoor activities during the coolest parts of the day. 

Limit direct exposure to the sun and heat. Wear lightweight, light-coloured, loose-fitting clothing and a wide-brimmed hat. 

Never leave people, especially children, or pets inside a parked vehicle. Check the vehicle before locking to make sure no one is left behind.

Heat warnings are issued when very high temperature or humidity conditions are expected to pose an elevated risk of heat illnesses, such as heat stroke or heat exhaustion.

For more information: How to protect yourself from the health effects of extreme heat Health risks and who is at risk of extreme heat events

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to NBstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using #NBStorm.

9:15 PM ADT Sunday 27 July 2025

Heat Warning in effect for:

Annapolis County

An extended period of very warm and humid weather is expected.

Time span: Monday through Wednesday.

Maximum daytime temperatures: 29 to 31 degrees Celsius (Humidex 36 to 38), except cooler along parts of the coast.

Minimum overnight temperatures: 16 to 18 degrees Celsius.

Locations: Annapolis, Kings, Queens, and Lunenburg counties. 

Remarks: A very warm and humid air mass will settle over the region for the next few days. Little relief is expected at night with elevated overnight temperatures. Conditions will begin moderating Thursday.

Take action to protect yourself and others – extreme heat can affect everyone’s health. Determine if you or others around you are at greater risk of heat illness. Check on older adults, those living alone and other at-risk people in-person or on the phone multiple times a day.

Watch for the early signs of heat exhaustion in yourself and others. Signs may include headache, nausea, dizziness, thirst, dark urine and intense fatigue. Stop your activity and drink water. 

Heat stroke is a medical emergency! Call 9-1-1 or your emergency health provider if you, or someone around you, is showing signs of heat stroke which can include red and hot skin, dizziness, nausea, confusion and change in consciousness. While you wait for medical attention, try to cool the person by moving them to a cool place, removing extra clothing, applying cold water or ice packs around the body.

Drink water often and before you feel thirsty to replace fluids. 

Close blinds, or shades and open windows if outside is cooler than inside. 

Turn on air conditioning, use a fan, or move to a cooler area of your living space. If your living space is hot, move to a cool public space such as a cooling centre, community centre, library or shaded park. 

Follow the advice of your region’s public health authority.

Plan and schedule outdoor activities during the coolest parts of the day. 

Limit direct exposure to the sun and heat. Wear lightweight, light-coloured, loose-fitting clothing and a wide-brimmed hat. 

Never leave people, especially children, or pets inside a parked vehicle. Check the vehicle before locking to make sure no one is left behind.

Heat warnings are issued when very high temperature or humidity conditions are expected to pose an elevated risk of heat illnesses, such as heat stroke or heat exhaustion.

For more information: How to protect yourself from the health effects of extreme heat Health risks and who is at risk of extreme heat events

Information is provided on the Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness website at novascotia.ca/heat-related-illness/.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to NSstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using #NSStorm.

Issued by Environment Canada and the Nova Scotia Department of Health and Wellness.