Heat warning issued for Calgary and a large portion of eastern Alberta

Seeking relief from the heat Ina Sidhu recaps some of the methods Calgarians have adopted for braving the conditions during the ongoing heat warning.

Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for the City of Calgary and much of the eastern portion of the province, as daily highs are expected to reach towards 30 degrees for the next couple days.

The agency says it puts in place a heat warning any time the maximum daily temperatures is 29 degrees or above and the minimum overnight temperature only reaches 14 degrees.

It says the warning is expected to be in place for the next two days, with cooler temperatures and rain expected by Wednesday.

Officials advise that while under a heat warning, residents should:

Extremely hot conditions put people at risk of heat stroke and people should be vigilant in monitoring their friends and family for symptoms which include high body temperature, lack of sweat, confusion, fainting and unconsciousness.

The warning includes Edmonton, Lethbridge, Medicine Hat, Red Deer and area.

For more information on staying healthy in the heat, consult the Alberta Health Services website.