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Toronto’s recent scorching heat wave sent 40 people to ERs between June 30 and July 4, with July 2 hitting its peak at 15 visits — temperatures soared to 36°C with a humidex of 48. While similar to last year’s 42 ER visits, officials note key differences: this year’s alert lasted five days (vs. three), cooling stations were more abundant, and Canada Day may have influenced foot traffic. Crucially, ER stats miss the broader toll — extreme heat worsens chronic conditions like heart and lung issues, which aren’t always captured in emergency data. The heat even forced cancellations, like World Cup broadcasts at Nathan Phillips Square, though extra cooling was deployed for the stadium’s final match and fan festival. Environment Canada’s orange alert signals serious risk — extreme heat isn’t just uncomfortable, it’s a growing public health emergency.

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