Southern ON stays under heat warning even after first official day of Fall

A heat warning has been issued for much of southern Ontario as temperatures are expected to feel more like 40°C over the weekend.

The heat alert includes Toronto, York-Durham, Halton-Peel and Hamilton regions.

Environment Canada is warning the extreme heat affects everyone, although the risks are greater for young children, pregnant women, older adults, people with chronic illnesses and people working or exercising outdoors.

It is advised that people should stay hydrated , seek shelter in cooler places such as shaded areas or air-conditioned buildings.