As Manitoba hits some extreme temperatures this week, the government is warning advising Manitobans to prepare for the heat.
Public health orders allow for municipalities to repurpose facilities like libraries and community centres as cooling centres for vulnerable people who may not otherwise have the means to cool off during heat waves.
Outdoor pools, splash pads, and wading pools are operational at this time too.
The province is encouraging Manitobans to check in regularly with socially isolated community members, friends, and family, especially older adults or people with chronic illnesses who live alone.
Some signs that your body may be overheating and is at risk of heat illness or heat stroke are:
- headache
- red, hot, and dry skin
- dizziness
- confusion
- nausea
- rapid weak pulse
- a complete or partial loss of consciousness
The longer a person’s body temperature is above 40 C, the greater the likelihood of permanent effects or death.
Emergency medical care may be needed depending on the severity of symptoms.
