Greater Sudbury already broke one temperature record during this week’s heatwave. And while the city came close to breaking one again on June 1, it wasn’t meant to be.
On May 31, the mercury hit 30.9C, slightly edging out the previous temperature record for May 31 of 30.2C, set in 2007.
Greater Sudbury has several weather stations around the city that gather meteorological data. On Thursday, we reported incorrectly that the temperature record for June 1 was 27.1C, set in 2005, as we neglected to check other local weather stations.
The actual temperature record for June 1 was actually set in 1919 when the mercury hit a blazing 32.8C.
The city remains under an Environment Canada heat warning.
Daytime high temperatures are expected to be near 30 degrees Celsius today through Friday. Overnight temperatures are expected to be in the high teens, providing little relief from the heat. Cooler temperatures return on Saturday.
The risks are greater for young children, pregnant women, older adults, people with chronic illnesses and people working or exercising outdoors.
Drink plenty of water even before you feel thirsty and stay in a cool place.
Never leave people or pets inside a parked vehicle.
