special weather statements for much of southwestern Ontario over the hot and humid conditions. MLHU issues first heat alert of 2021 as region braces for potential record-breaking weather It’s the second heat alert issued by the MLHU this year, with the first issued last Friday, May 21.
The high was forecast to hit 31 C, reaching the threshold to prompt the alert, though the mercury only reached 29.8 C, according to Environment Canada.If the temperature reaches the 32 C expected on Tuesday, it would set a new record.
Currently, the highest temperature recorded on May 25 was 31.2 C set in 2012.The heat alert is expected to be lifted by Wednesday, when the forecast calls for a high of 27 C and rain.