Heat Warnings Continue for Chapleau, Dubreuilville, White River Areas

Caution is being urged amid heat warnings in the region.

Environment Canada's warning a multi-day heat event continues in areas including Dubreuilville, White River, Chapleau, Gogama, and Foleyet, with maximum temperatures of 29 to 33 Celsius - humidex of 33 to 38 for Dubreuilville and White River, 36 to 40 for the Chapleau area.

It emphasizes hot and humid air can also bring deteriorating air quality and extreme heat affects everyone, though the risks are greater for young children, pregnant women, older adults, people with chronic illnesses, and people working or exercising outdoors.

The heat wave's expected to ease for the Dubreuilville and White River area tonight, and for the Chapleau area tomorrow.