Current Situation
SACHIGO LAKE – WEATHER – A Heat Warning is in effect for Kitchenuhmaykoosib Inninuwug, Bearskin Lake, Sachigo Lake, Kasabonika, and Sandy Lake, as a multi-day heat event begins today, Monday, August 12, 2024. This hot airmass is expected to persist through Wednesday, with cooler temperatures anticipated by Thursday.
Forecast
- Today: Expect sunny skies with a high of 29°C. The humidex will make it feel closer to 31°C, with a UV index of 6, indicating a high risk of exposure to ultraviolet rays.
- Tonight: Clear skies with temperatures dropping to 18°C. Winds will pick up slightly, becoming southwest at 20 km/h near midnight.
- Tuesday, August 13: Sunny with another high of 29°C and a similar humidex of 31. Clear skies will continue into the night, with temperatures dipping to 17°C.
- Wednesday, August 14: The sunny trend continues with a high of 29°C, followed by increasing cloudiness overnight and a low of 18°C.
Health and Safety Advisory
The ongoing heat poses significant health risks, particularly to vulnerable groups, including older adults, children, pregnant individuals, and those with pre-existing health conditions. It’s crucial to stay hydrated by drinking water regularly, even if you don’t feel thirsty. Additionally, avoid leaving children or pets in parked vehicles, as temperatures can rise rapidly, creating a dangerous environment.
Smoke from wildfires in Western Canada may also affect the area, potentially reducing maximum temperatures slightly but contributing to poorer air quality.
