Webequie – Weather – As of 6:00 AM, Webequie is experiencing partly cloudy skies with a temperature of 14°C. The humidity is high at 97%, making the air feel damp, and visibility is good at 11 km.
Winds are calm at the moment, but conditions are expected to change as the day progresses.
Heat Warning in Effect
A heat warning has been issued for Webequie as a hot airmass is expected to persist through Thursday. Daytime highs will reach around 29-30°C, with humidex values pushing the feel-like temperature to 35°C. Nighttime lows will only drop to about 18°C, offering little relief from the heat. Smoke from forest fires in the northern Prairies and Ontario may dampen temperatures slightly, but the heat will still be intense.
Health Advice:
- The extreme heat can impact everyone, particularly vulnerable groups such as the elderly, children, and those with health conditions.
- Stay hydrated by drinking water regularly, even if you don’t feel thirsty.
- Avoid leaving children or pets in vehicles, and monitor those in your care.
Air Quality Alert: Smoke from Wildfires
An air quality alert is also in effect due to smoke from forest fires, which is leading to poor air quality and reduced visibility. The smoke, carrying fine particles, poses significant health risks, especially to those with respiratory conditions, the elderly, and young children.
Health Tips:
- Limit time spent outdoors, and if you must go outside, consider wearing a NIOSH-certified N95 mask to reduce smoke exposure.
- Keep indoor air clean by closing windows and doors and using air purifiers.
- Pay attention to your body; if you experience symptoms like throat irritation or chest pain, reduce activity and seek medical attention if necessary.
Short-Term Forecast
- Today: Sunny with local smoke. A mix of sun and cloud late this afternoon, with a 30% chance of showers and a risk of thunderstorms. High of 30°C, with a humidex of 35.
- Tonight: Partly cloudy with a 30% chance of showers early, then clearing. Low of 18°C.
- Thursday: Mainly sunny with increasing winds from the south, gusting to 40 km/h by noon. High of 28°C, with a humidex of 33.
- Friday: Cloudy with a 40% chance of showers and a high of 25°C.
- Saturday: Sunny with a cooler high of 22°C.
Stay safe, stay hydrated, and keep an eye on the changing weather conditions.
