With the heat wave that's currently enveloped the city, you might wonder if the temperatures are record breaking.
Well, it's hot out there, but apparently not as hot as it was nearly 100 years ago, in 1921.
A search of Environment Canada's website revealed that the hottest July 3 on record in this city was in 1921, when it reached 36.1 C. The hottest July 4 and July 5 on record were also in 1921, when it reached 35.6 C and 37.2 C. Now that's hot!
The temperature in Greater Sudbury yesterday reached 31.8 C, while it's supposed to get up to 33 C today and 32 C Thursday before dipping down to a more temperate 22 C Friday.
The city continues to be under a heat warning issued by Environment Canada.
Public Health Sudbury and Districts, which has issued its own extended heat warning, advises people to check on friends, neighbours and relatives, especially if they are at higher risk of heat-related illness, to ensure that they are staying cool and hydrated.
Meanwhile, the City of Greater Sudbury said lifeguards will remain on duty at municipal beaches from 10 a.m. to 9 p.m. and cooling centres will continue to be available at Greater Sudbury Public Libraries and community centres through Thursday, July 5, in response to an extended heat warning issued by Public Health Sudbury and Districts.
Greater Sudbury Public Libraries are available as cooling centres during regular and extended operating hours. Hours vary at each location. For addresses and additional operating hours visit www.sudburylibraries.ca.
