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Heat Wave and Smoke Alert | Winnipeg News
A dangerous heat wave is barreling into Saskatchewan and Manitoba starting Friday, with temperatures soaring near 30°C and hitting mid-30s by Sunday — and the humidex could spike to 45. This isn’t a short-lived heat spell; it’s expected to linger into next week. Heat warnings are likely as conditions worsen, especially south of the Trans-Canada Highway. Compounding the danger, wildfire smoke lingers in northeastern Manitoba and southern Saskatchewan, degrading air quality and visibility in major cities like Winnipeg, Saskatoon, and Regina. Officials urge everyone — especially vulnerable…
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