Extreme weather hits Canada with scorching heat, severe flooding

By  News On Air   Jul 02, 2026

A destructive heat dome has gripped large parts of Canada, triggering persistent extreme heat across the country, while some regions are battling torrential rain and severe flooding. Millions of Canadians remain under heat alerts, with heat warnings issued for parts of Ontario, Quebec, the Prairies and the Northwest Territories.

Authorities have advised people to stay hydrated, avoid strenuous outdoor activities and check on vulnerable groups, including senior citizens and children. In Ottawa, Canada Day celebrations were disrupted as heavy storms and localised flooding forced the cancellation of several events, including a Snowbirds flypast.

Meanwhile, Manitoba’s Parkland region has witnessed severe flooding following torrential rainfall, prompting the city of Dauphin to declare a local state of emergency.