{"id":803350,"date":"2026-07-15T11:14:10","date_gmt":"2026-07-15T11:14:10","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/803350\/"},"modified":"2026-07-15T11:14:10","modified_gmt":"2026-07-15T11:14:10","slug":"heat-and-air-quality-warnings-in-effect-for-waterloo-region","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.newsbeep.com\/ca\/803350\/","title":{"rendered":"Heat and air quality warnings in effect for Waterloo Region"},"content":{"rendered":"

Heat warnings remain in effect across Waterloo Region and surrounding areas. The extreme weather likely isn\u2019t going anywhere any time soon.<\/p>\n

Scorching temperatures reached 34 C on Tuesday, 41 when factoring in the humidex.<\/p>\n

On top of the brutal heat, southern Ontario is also under a yellow-level warning for poor air quality that will last all night and through Wednesday.<\/p>\n

The national weather agency says smoke from forest fires from northwestern Ontario<\/a> is causing poor air quality.<\/p>\n

Seniors, pregnant people, young children and those with an existing illness or health condition are more likely to be impacted.<\/p>\n

\u201cAs smoke levels increase, health risks increase,\u201d Environment Canada says. \u201cLimit time outdoors. Consider reducing or rescheduling outdoor sports, activities and events.\u201d<\/p>\n

The City of Kitchener<\/a> and the City of Cambridg<\/a>e said several outdoor pools and splash pads would remain open later to help families keep cool.<\/p>\n

Wednesday\u2019s forecast<\/a> calls for a mix of sun and cloud with a high of 31 with humidex values near 34 C.<\/p>\n

With files from The Canadian Press.<\/p>\n

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