Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for much of the Foothills region.

According to Environment Canada with maximum daily temperatures reaching near 29C, and into the mid thirties this weekend it's important to take care when outside:

"Residents of and visitors to these regions are advised to take the following precautions to protect themselves, their families and their neighbours:

- Consider rescheduling outdoor activities to cooler hours of the day.
- Take frequent breaks from the heat, spending time outdoors at your house or at cooled public buildings (including malls or indoor pools).
- Drink plenty of water and other non-alcoholic, non-caffeinated beverages to stay hydrated.
- Do not leave any person or pet inside a closed vehicle, for any length of time.

Monitor for symptoms of heat stroke or heat exhaustion, such as high body temperature, lack of sweat, confusion, fainting, and unconsciousness. Particular vigilance is urged for vulnerable individuals, including children, seniors, individuals with pre-existing lung, heart, kidney, nervous system, mental health or diabetic conditions, outdoor workers, as well as those who are socially isolated."

The heat warning is in effect for the M.D. of Foothills near Okotoks and De Winton, M.D. of Foothills near Priddis and Brown-Lowery Prov. Park, M.D. of Foothills near Turner Valley and Black Diamond, M.D. of Foothills near Longview and Eden Valley Res., M.D. of Foothills near High River and Aldersyde, M.D. of Foothills near Cayley, M.D. of Willow Creek near Nanton and Parkland,M.D. of Foothills near Blackie, Wheatland Co. near Strathmore Lyalta and Carseland.

The heat warning is expected continue throughout the weekend.

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