Heat Warnings Increase for Parts of Region

Caution is being urged amid increasing heat warnings in the region.

Environment Canada's issued heat warnings for parts of the Algoma District - including Dubreuilville, White River, and parts south of Wawa - as well as the Chapleau and Gogama areas, warning hot and humid conditions are expected through Saturday, with humidex values ranging from 36 to 41.

It notes that could mean air quality problems, while local health units warn older adults, young children, pregnant women, people with chronic illnesses, and alcohol or drug users are particularly at risk, emphasizing the need to drink plenty of liquids, stay in the shade, and take breaks from the heat.