Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for Okotoks.

A ridge of high pressure moving into Alberta is bringing temperatures well above the seasonal average. 

Temperatures over the next few days are expected to top 29C, with an expected high of 34C on Wednesday.

Environment Canada suggests residents take proper precautions to protect themselves from heat stroke and other heat related illnesses.

Temperatures are expected to cool down for the weekend.

The heat warning is in effect for:

  • M.D. of Foothills near Cayley
  • M.D. of Foothills near High River and Aldersyde
  • M.D. of Foothills near Longview and Eden Valley Res.
  • 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 Willow Creek near Claresholm and Stavely
  • M.D. of Willow Creek near Nanton and Parkland
  • Rocky View Co. near Bragg Creek and Tsuu T'ina Res.

For your full five day weather forecast click here.

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