The extreme cold warning we’ve had since Friday last week is still in effect.
As the forecast has evolved over the week, the cold weather looks as if it keeps getting extended.
At one point this week, a high of -20 was forecasted for Saturday, now the high is -28.
“Nicer” weather isn’t expected until Monday when a high of -13 is being forecasted.
Environment Canada says the cold weather comes from an Arctic ridge of high pressure.
Risks are greater for young children, older adults, people with chronic illnesses, people working or exercising outdoors, and those without proper shelter.
Environment Canada says to dress warmly and in layers that you can remove if you get too warm. They add that the outer layer should be wind resistant.
