A heat alert has been issued for Fredericton and Sunbury county.
Humidex levels are predicted to be between 35 and 39 degrees.
HEAT ALERT LEVEL 1 Fredericton, Carleton and Sunbury Counties July 14 For more information https://t.co/gW0WaIPJJq pic.twitter.com/5MMbE8oMp7
— N.B. Dept. of Health (@NBHealth) July 13, 2016
Acting Regional Medical Officer of Health for the Central Region Dr. Isaac Sobel says family and friends should check regularly on those most at risk for heat-related illness to make sure they are protected.
There is also a warning issued for St. Stephen.
HEAT ALERT LEVEL 1 St-Stephen July 14 For more information https://t.co/gW0WaIPJJq pic.twitter.com/kSjSZidni5
— N.B. Dept. of Health (@NBHealth) July 13, 2016
Residents living where heat warnings are in place are also reminded not to leave elderly, infants or a pet inside a parked car.
The main cause of illness and death during a heat wave is the aggravation of pre-existing respiratory and cardiovascular diseases.
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