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Parts of the Greater Toronto Area (GTA) are under an air quality warning on Monday alongside an ongoing heat warning in the region, Environment Canada says. Smoke from forest fires over northern Ontario is expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility, the federal weather agency says. Poor air …
Read More »IN PHOTOS | Heat wave sweeps parts of Europe
World A punishing heat wave, which gripped parts of Europe beginning Monday, continues to affect Britain, France, Portugal, Spain and Germany. Britain, France, Portugal, Spain and Germany trying to beat the heat Posted: Jul 02, 2025 9:38 AM EDT | Last Updated: 1 hour ago Corrections and clarifications·Submit a news …
Read More »Barcelona records hottest June in more than 100 years as blistering heat wave grips Europe
Barcelona recorded its hottest month of June since records started more than a century ago, Spain’s national weather service said on Tuesday as Europe remained in the grip of the first major heat wave this summer. The Fabra Observatory reported an average temperature of 26 C, breaking records since 1914. …
Read More »Oil companies sued over heat dome ‘wrongful’ death
A U.S. woman is suing seven oil and gas companies, saying they contributed to an extraordinarily hot day that led to her mother’s fatal hyperthermia during a heat dome event that also killed more than 600 people in B.C. It’s one of the first wrongful-death claims in the U.S. seeking to hold …
Read More »With more heat waves in our future, researchers say we need to look at clean cooling
As cold temperatures are once again upon us, it’s unlikely many Canadians are thinking about heat waves. But Canadians increasingly have to deal with them, and it’s virtually certain next year won’t be any different. In 2021, a heat wave stifled parts of B.C., killing roughly 600 people. As a result, many …
Read More »How extreme heat could lead to flight delays, cancellations for travellers – National
The summer is about halfway over, but as extreme temperatures continue to stifle many air travellers, it could also create an impact for those hoping to travel for a vacation away from home with airline industry experts saying such heat may lead to delays or even cancellations. Just as the …
Read More »Southern Manitoba sizzles as outdoor workers try to beat the heat – Winnipeg
Environment and Climate Change Canada has issued a heat warning for portions of Southern Manitoba. But even with the humidex reaching a high of 39 C in Winnipeg on Friday, many are still needed for their outdoor services. James Lee, owner of James Lee’s Property Service, said he’s no stranger …
Read More »More evacuation orders in B.C. as heat wave aids lightning-triggered wildfires
By The Staff The Canadian Press Posted July 21, 2024 4:15 pm 2 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size Several lightning-triggered wildfires have forced authorities in British Columbia to issue evacuation orders as the province’s southern and eastern regions swelter in a heat wave.The BC Wildfire …
Read More »B.C. heat warnings extend, Canada’s hot spot in province
By The Staff The Canadian Press Posted July 21, 2024 12:36 pm 1 min read Descrease article font size Increase article font size B.C. is sweltering under the latest heat wave that has pushed temperatures in the eastern and southern regions of the province into the mid-to-high-30s and beyond. Environment …
Read More »Heat warnings, wildfire smoke impact Saskatchewan
Environment and Climate Change Canada warned of heat and smoke throughout most of Saskatchewan Sunday. Air quality advisories issued by Environment Canada point to numerous wildfires burning in western Canada as the reason for the advisories. Get daily National news Get the day’s top news, political, economic, and current affairs …
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