{"id":26652,"date":"2024-12-20T15:40:57","date_gmt":"2024-12-20T20:40:57","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.laval.ca\/chaleur-accablante\/"},"modified":"2025-12-09T11:00:37","modified_gmt":"2025-12-09T16:00:37","slug":"sweltering-extreme-heat","status":"publish","type":"page","link":"https:\/\/www.laval.ca\/en\/public-security\/emergency-measures-civil-security\/emergency-situations\/sweltering-extreme-heat\/","title":{"rendered":"Extreme heat"},"content":{"rendered":"<section class=\"sticky-section-group aligndefault\"\n>\n   \n<div class=\"sticky-section-main\"\n>\n   \n\n<p class=\"is-style-intro-text\">Heat waves pose risks to human health. Learn about the measures to take to ensure that you and your loved ones stay protected.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Understanding periods of intense heat<\/strong>&nbsp;<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Environment Canada uses precise meteorological criteria to define heat levels and issue the applicable alerts.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Oppressive heat<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Temperature equal to or above 30\u00b0C for 3&nbsp;consecutive days, regardless of the humidex index<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Extreme heat<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Temperature at or above 32\u00b0C for three consecutive days, not including the humidex, and temperature at or above.\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>20\u00b0C for three consecutive nights<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>or\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Temperature at or above 25\u00b0C for two consecutive nights.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Aggravating factors<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>The following factors intensify heat effects:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>High humidity&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Lack of indoor air circulation &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Little or no wind&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Any combination of these conditions makes the heat more difficult to endure and increases the associated health risks.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"how-to-prepare\">How to prepare for a heat wave<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>To protect your home:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Install an air conditioner or use fans.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Close the blinds and curtains during the day.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Open the blinds and curtains at night to let in cool air.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Encourage air flow within the home.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Other important measures:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Check the weather forecast and air quality on a regular basis.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Set aside enough supplies to last 72 hours (water, food, medication).&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\">Restrictions and safety measures<\/h3>\n\n\n\n<p>During periods of intense heat, the following safety measures should be applied:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Comply with watering restrictions to ensure that all residents have an adequate supply of water.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practise heightened vigilance in relation to <a href=\"https:\/\/laval365.sharepoint.com\/:w:\/r\/sites\/30162\/_layouts\/15\/Doc.aspx?sourcedoc=%7B00EE96C5-FE8A-43AB-BA55-932F6C2936A6%7D&amp;file=8.2.4.4%20-POMPIERS%20pr%C3%A9venir%20les%20Feux%20exte%CC%81rieur%20mnp.docx&amp;action=default&amp;mobileredirect=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">dry vegetation<\/a> in your garden and in the forest. Vegetation can become highly flammable during periods of drought.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>View the instructions to follow in the event of a <a href=\"https:\/\/www.quebec.ca\/securite-situations-urgence\/urgences-sinistres-risques-naturels\/quoi-faire-avant-pendant-apres-urgence-sinistre\/feu-de-foret\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">forest fire<\/a>. These safety guidelines are essential.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/laval365.sharepoint.com\/:w:\/r\/sites\/30162\/_layouts\/15\/Doc.aspx?sourcedoc=%7B00EE96C5-FE8A-43AB-BA55-932F6C2936A6%7D&amp;file=8.2.4.4%20-POMPIERS%20pr%C3%A9venir%20les%20Feux%20exte%CC%81rieur%20mnp.docx&amp;action=default&amp;mobileredirect=true\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Open-air fires<\/a> are strictly prohibited.&nbsp;&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"stay-protected\">Extreme heat notice: How to stay protected<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Drink plenty of water and don\u2019t wait until you\u2019re thirsty.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Avoid alcohol, caffeine and sugary drinks.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Spend at least two hours a day in an air-conditioned or cool space (swimming pool, shopping mall, movie theatre, library, etc.).<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Cool off regularly by showering, soaking in a cool bath or applying a damp face-cloth to your body.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Stay protected from the sun by wearing light and light-coloured clothing and a hat.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Practise your physical activities at the coolest times of the day (before 11\u202fa.m.. or after 6 p.m.).&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Never leave a child or an animal unattended in a car or in a poorly ventilated room, even for a few minutes.\u202f&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Check in with your loved ones, particularly people who are living alone.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p><strong>Need help ?<\/strong><\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>In case of emergency, contact 911.&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>Visit the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.lavalensante.com\/informations-pratiques\/espace-usager\/conseils-de-sante\/chaleur\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">CISSS de Laval<\/a> website for:&nbsp;&nbsp;\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>advice in several languages&nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>symptoms to monitor &nbsp;<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>risk factors to know about.<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>If the heat is bothering you, contact Info-Sant\u00e9 at 811.&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-vortex-blocks-accordions-group block-accordions-group accordion-container is-style-no-margin-top\">\n<section class=\"wp-block-vortex-blocks-accordion-item accordion ac\" id=\"taking-care-of-vulnerable-people\"><div class=\"accordion__accordion\"><button class=\"accordion__header-row accordion-toggle ac-header ac-trigger\"><p class=\"accordion__header__title\">Taking care of vulnerable people<\/p><span class=\"accordion__header__icon\" role=\"presentation\"><span class=\"plus\"><\/span><\/span><\/button><div class=\"accordion__sub-rows wysiwyg ac-panel\" role=\"region\">\n<p>Certain people are more sensitive to heat. The following groups are most at risk:&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>Children aged 0 to 4\u202f<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>People aged 65 and over living without air conditioning&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>People living with a chronic disease or a mental health problem, people who take medication, or people who consume drugs or alcohol<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>People living in urban heat islands without access to air conditioning<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>People living alone or with a loss of autonomy&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li>People with low income <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li>People who perform demanding physical activities or people who work in very hot environments&nbsp;<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n\n\n\n<p>Regularly check in on vulnerable people in your social and family circles, particularly seniors or people who are isolatedor living with a chronic disease or a mental health problem. Paying them a visit helps ensure that their health remains stable during periods of intense heat.&nbsp;<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div><\/section>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\"><strong>Where to go in Laval during extreme heat conditions<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>You can visit the following public places to cool off. Check their opening hours before heading out.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-list\">\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.laval.ca\/en\/culture\/librairies\/\">Libraries<\/a> <\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.laval.ca\/en\/culture\/maison-des-arts\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"26518\">Maison des arts de Laval<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.laval.ca\/en\/sports-leisure\/sports\/swimming-pools\/outdoor-swimming-pools-water-games\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"26873\"><\/a><a href=\"https:\/\/www.laval.ca\/Pages\/Fr\/Activites\/piscines-exterieures-pataugeoires-jeux-eau.aspx\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\">Outdoor pools, splash pads and beaches<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.laval.ca\/en\/sports-leisure\/parks-green-spaces\/parks-woods-banks\/\" data-type=\"page\" data-id=\"26927\">Parks and green spaces<\/a><\/li>\n\n\n\n<li><a href=\"https:\/\/www.laval.ca\/en\/sports-leisure\/sports\/swimming-pools\/indoor-swimming-pools\/\" 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