From Heat Pumps to Heat Domes: Canada’s Record-Breaking July Heatwaves Explained

From Heat Pumps to Heat Domes: Canada’s Record-Breaking July Heatwaves Explained
People beat the heat at a swimming pool. Ruth Hartnup/Flickr
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Temperatures spiked to record highs in many countries in July, and Canada was no exception. Multiple heat warnings for areas like the Maritimes, Ontario, and Quebec were issued by Environment Canada due to the sweltering heat and humidity.

It all came about as a result of an unusual weather phenomenon.