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By Erika Rolling
Weather

Heat warnings blanketing northern Alberta and northeastern B.C.

Jul 16, 2026 | 10:43 AM

The next two days are anticipated to be scorchers in the northern parts of Alberta and British Columbia.

Environment Canada has issued yellow heat warnings for the areas north of Grande Prairie/Dawson Creek, all the way up into the Yukon/NWT.

Daytime highs of 30 to 34 degrees combined with overnight lows of 14 to 16 degrees are expected today (Thursday, July 16) and Friday, July 17.

Heat warnings are issued when very high temperature or humidity conditions are expected to pose an elevated risk of heat illnesses, such as heat stroke or heat exhaustion.

Please take action and protect yourself and others from extreme heat, by checking for signs of heat exhaustion which includes; headache, nausea, dizziness, thirst, dark urine and intense fatigue.

Heat stroke is also a medical emergency. Signs of heat stroke can range from red and hot skin, dizziness, nausea, confusion and change in consciousness. Call 9-1-1 or your emergency health provider if you, or someone around you, is showing signs of heat stroke and while you wait for medical attention, try to cool the person by moving them to a cool place, removing extra clothing, applying cold water or ice packs around the body.

The national weather office says to take frequent breaks from the outdoors and drink water often before other fluids if you feel thirsty. Also, to turn on air conditioning, use a fan, or move to a cooler area of your living space. If your living space is hot, move to a cool public space such as a cooling centre, community centre, library, or shaded park.

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

by Erika Rolling