After heat-related death, Montreal health officials warn of risks even after weather cools – CBC
Montreal Public Health urges residents to watch for signs of heat exhaustion
Aug 12, 2025
With at least one death reported since Sunday, Montreal Public Health is urging people to keep an eye out for heat-related symptoms even once heat dissipates.
A spokesperson for Montreal Public Health, Tudor Matei, said the agency has been notified of five other heat-related deaths this year, after temperatures soared in late June.
The health agency is asking emergency doctors to report any deaths suspected to be linked to heat on days when Environment Canada issues heat warnings for the city.
Temperatures exceeded 33 C in Montreal Sunday and Monday, with Tuesday’s high expected to reach 34 C. Environment Canada forecasts a high of 29 C on Wednesday, with seasonal temperatures returning Thursday.
Emergency rooms throughout the city say they’re already seeing patients with heat-related symptoms. But health officials say the busiest days often come after it cools down. Medical professionals warn the health dangers can linger for days after.
Read more: https://www.cbc.ca/news/canada/montreal/montreal-public-health-heatwave-1.7607353
