Heat warnings issued for Hamilton, Niagara and Grand Erie

An unhoused person is seen drinking a bottle of water in downtown Hamilton while the city experiences a heat wave (Emily Tayler/CHCH News).

Environment Canada has issued heat alerts for Hamilton, Niagara and Grand Erie regions starting Tuesday.

On Wednesday, temperatures across the regions reached 30 degrees, with the humidex it felt more like 40. Overnight, temperatures are expected to reach a low of 20 degrees.

Environment Canada is reporting that these temperatures could last into Thursday.

Grand Erie Public Health (representing Brantford, Brant, Haldimand and Norfolk), the City of Hamilton and all Niagara region municipalities list local ways to cool down on their websites.

A heat warning cancellation will be issued when the event passes.

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