Weather office predicting one-day ‘heat event’ with high of up to 32 C

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Ottawa is expected to sweat through what Environment Canada is calling 2024’s first “one-day heat event” Wednesday.

Starting early in the afternoon, the mercury will climb to a high of 31-32 C. Skies are expected to be clear.

“These conditions pose a health risk when you are not used to the heat,” the weather agency said.

“Everyone is at risk from heat, especially older adults; infants and young children; and people with chronic illnesses.

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