Extra caution urged as pools are recalled following U.S. tragedies
As families across Manitoba make the most of warm weather, water safety remains a pressing concern, particularly for young children.
Over 260,000 units recalled
On Monday, Health Canada issued a recall for more than 260,000 above-ground swimming pools sold nationwide, following reports of nine child drownings in the United States.
Caution urged as more heatwaves approach Southern Manitoba
After a sweltering start to July, southern Manitoba is getting relief from the summer scorch. Environment Canada issued a heat warning earlier this week, with daytime highs soaring into the mid-30s and humidex values pushing it well into uncomfortable territory at 40 and higher.
As we head into the weekend, Brian Proctor, a meteorologist with Environment Canada, says cooler temperatures are on the horizon, though the reprieve will be short-lived.