N.B. faces high temps, humidity for second day in a row
New Brunswick continues to feel the heat on Friday.
A yellow-level heat warning remains in effect for most of the province, with just the Fundy coast spared the highest of temperatures.
Environment Canada’s forecast predicts temperatures between 30 and 34 degrees around the province.
Those temperatures rise to 36 to 40 once the humidex is taken into account.
Humidex values of 40 or higher are expected for most of New Brunswick between 2 and 7 p.m. Friday.
Conditions are forecast to ease from north to south on Saturday, but southern New Brunswick could still feel high temperatures and humidity until later in the day.
Cooler conditions can be expected along parts of the Fundy coast.
Environment Canada is advising people to protect themselves from the heat, and to check on vulnerable members of the population.
Watch for the early signs of heat exhaustion, including headache, nausea, dizziness, thirst, dark urine and intense fatigue. If you experience those symptoms, stop what you’re doing and drink water.
Heat stroke is a medical emergency. Contact 911 or other emergency health provider if you or someone around you shows signs of heat stroke.
They 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, and applying cold water or ice packs around the body.
