Southern Saskatchewan experienced unprecedented heat as several communities shattered temperature records on May 26 and 27. An Orange Level Heat Warning is in effect, with temperatures soaring into the high 30s, raising concerns about heat exhaustion and wildfire risks.

• 01Nine communities in southern Saskatchewan set new temperature records on May 26, while eight more did so on May 27.
• 02The highest new record was 35.5°C in the Coronach Area, surpassing the previous record of 33.9°C set in 1969.
• 03An Orange Level Heat Warning has been issued for parts of Saskatchewan due to extreme temperatures and fire risks.
• 04There have been 68 wildfires reported in Saskatchewan this season, significantly lower than over 200 reported by this time last year.
• 05Fire bans are currently in effect in almost two dozen communities due to the high risk of wildfires.

The extreme heat poses health risks and increases the likelihood of wildfires, affecting local communities and emergency services.