Presently, there are two weather alerts active in the Greater Montreal region: a heat warning and a severe thunderstorm watch.
As per the report from Environment and Climate Change Canada, severe thunderstorms are anticipated in certain parts of southern Quebec on Tuesday afternoon, with the potential to generate strong wind gusts, large hail, and heavy rainfall.
Environment Canada cautions that the strong wind gusts could lead to the displacement of loose items, damage to vulnerable structures, tree branches breaking off, and even the overturning of large vehicles. Furthermore, heavy downpours may result in flash floods and water accumulation on roadways.
Moreover, humidex values are predicted to remain in the range of 35 to 40 until Wednesday.
The warning mentions that the warm and humid air mass prevailing in southern Quebec will depart the area on Wednesday night. It emphasizes the health risks associated with extreme heat, which can affect individuals across all age groups.
Special emphasis is placed on the vulnerable populations including older adults, infants, young children, pregnant individuals, those with physical or mental ailments, and persons with disabilities or mobility challenges.
The guidance emphasizes the importance of staying hydrated by drinking water regularly, even when not feeling thirsty, to reduce the risk of dehydration. It also recommends seeking cooler environments such as shaded areas, splash pads, misting stations, or air-conditioned facilities during exposure to overheated conditions.
Early symptoms of heat-related illnesses encompass sensations of discomfort, fatigue, thirst, and headaches.
Heat warnings are activated when the weather conditions indicate significantly high temperatures or humidity levels that heighten the likelihood of heat-related illnesses like heat stroke or heat exhaustion.
