UPDATE: The heat warnings have ended.
The original article follows:
Environment Canada has issued multiple heat warnings covering Dauphin and the surrounding areas.
They are currently in effect for many communities in the following areas:
- Dauphin - Russell - Roblin - Winnipegosis
- Ste. Rose - McCreary - Alonsa - Gladstone
- Swan River - Duck Mountain - Porcupine Provincial Forest
- Minnedosa - Riding Mountain National Park
According to Environment Canada, humidex values reaching 35 are expected for the next 3 days and daytime highs between 30°C and 35°C and overnight lows of 16°C and warmer are expected over the next few days.
They also said that humidity will also be a concern over eastern Saskatchewan and southern Manitoba, where humidex values are forecast to approach 40 throughout the weekend.