Leave your feedback Share Copy URL https://gographicsoutput.com/video/Kjf5PI32fU5.html Email Facebook Twitter LinkedIn Pinterest Tumblr Share on Facebook Share on Twitter Environment Canada warns first prolonged heat wave could pose serious health risks [n4ZN0hM829I] Health Updated on August 07, 2026 EDT — Published on August 07, 2026 EDT Southern Ontario is set to experience its first prolonged heat wave of the season, with temperatures expected to top 30 C through Canada Day and humidex values reaching the 40s. Environment Canada climatologist David Phillips tells Global News the combination of extreme heat, high humidity and warm overnight temperatures could increase health risks, particularly for vulnerable groups. He also explains how climate change is making heat waves more frequent, longer-lasting and more intense. For more info, please go to Subscribe to Global News Channel HERE: Follow Global News on X HERE: Follow Global News on TikTok HERE: #GlobalNews slaXz8JLqex DU2wstDea7U QxGh9hfRL89 0OfHcz1MgDD bxSLKFrtxbW
Southern Ontario is set to experience its first prolonged heat wave of the season, with temperatures expected to top 30 C through Canada Day and humidex values reaching the 40s. Environment Canada climatologist David Phillips tells Global News the combination of extreme heat, high humidity and warm overnight temperatures could increase health risks, particularly for vulnerable groups. He also explains how climate change is making heat waves more frequent, longer-lasting and more intense. For more info, please go to Subscribe to Global News Channel HERE: Follow Global News on X HERE: Follow Global News on TikTok HERE: #GlobalNews slaXz8JLqex DU2wstDea7U QxGh9hfRL89 0OfHcz1MgDD bxSLKFrtxbW