Such an alert is issued when the weather is deemed a potential risk to health. The temperature is expected to reach 28 degrees Celsius today, but with the humidity, it will feel like 31 degrees.
Peel Region officials are encouraging people to keep cool, stay hydrated and check on their friends and neighbours. They also suggested people limit time spent outdoors today between 11 a.m. and 4 p.m.
For more information, visit www.hotweatherinpeel.ca or call 905-791-7800.
cclay@mississauga.net
