Heat warnings issued for Calgary, sections of southern Alberta

Heat warnings continue Thursday The heat warnings continue Thursday as the temperature is expected to hit 30 degrees. Kevin Stanfield has details.

Environment and Climate Change Canada is encouraging Albertans and visitors to take precautionary measures as heat warnings are effect in sections of the province.

As of Wednesday morning, warnings are in place for the following areas:

In Calgary, daytime highs nearing or eclipsing 30 C are expected Wednesday and through the remainder of the week.

To reduce the risk of heat-related health concerns, the organization encourages people to:

For the latest on heat and other weather warnings visit Public Weather Alerts for Alberta.