Extreme heat: heat waves

Many places in Canada have a high number of extreme heat events, often called heat waves. Extreme heat can put your health at risk, causing illnesses like heat stroke and even death.

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Last Updated April 17, 2026, 22:09 (UTC)
Created April 17, 2026, 22:09 (UTC)
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open_canada_keywords {"fr": ["Chaleur accablante", "vagues de chaleur", "santé"], "en": ["Extreme heat", "heat waves", "health."]}
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title_fr Chaleur accablante – vagues de chaleur
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