Salisbury, New Brunswick, Canada Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

An extended period of hot and humid weather is expected.

Time span: today.

Maximum daytime temperatures: 33 to 37 degrees Celsius (Humidex 38 to 43), except cooler along parts of the coast.

Locations: New Brunswick, except cooler along the Bay of Fundy Coast.

Remarks: A combination of very high temperatures and elevated humidity is expected to continue today, with some moderation expected by Thursday as a weak cold front passes through the region.

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For more information: https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/climate-change-health/extreme-heat/how-protect-yourself.html https://www.canada.ca/en/health-canada/services/climate-change-health/extreme-heat/who-is-at-risk.html

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada. To report severe weather, send an email to NBstorm@ec.gc.ca or post reports on X using #NBStorm.

Smoke is causing or expected to cause poor air quality and reduced visibility.

Smoke from a nearby wildfire is reducing local air quality.

Locations: Irishtown and vicinity.

Short range wind forecast: Generally light southerly winds expected this morning, becoming 20 gusting to 40 km/h this afternoon.

Remarks: Smoke from a local wildfire is reducing air quality in the Irishtown area and locations downwind. Local smoke concentrations will vary with small changes to wind speed or direction. 

People more likely to be impacted by wildfire smoke, including people aged 65 and older, pregnant people, infants and young children, people with an existing illness or chronic health condition, and people who work outdoors, should avoid strenuous activities outdoors and seek medical attention if experiencing symptoms.

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As smoke levels increase, health risks increase. Limit time outdoors. Consider reducing or rescheduling outdoor sports, activities and events.

You may experience mild and common symptoms such as eye, nose and throat irritation, headaches or a mild cough. More serious but less common symptoms include wheezing, chest pains or severe cough. If you think you are having a medical emergency, seek immediate medical assistance.

Visit http://www.airhealth.ca for information on how to reduce your health risk and your personal contribution to pollution levels, as well as for current and forecast AQHI values.

Please continue to monitor alerts and forecasts issued by Environment Canada.