A heat warning has been issued for the North Bay area.

That includes North Bay, Powassan, Mattawa , West Nipissing and French River.

The warning says a hot and humid air mass will move into Northeastern Ontario this weekend.

Daytime maximum values near 29 degrees are likely on Saturday, Sunday and possibly Monday with overnight minimum temperatures near 18 degrees, providing little relief from the heat.

A cold front is expected to to move through Northeastern Ontario Monday night, bringing an end to the hot and humid conditions.

Drink plenty of water even before you feel thirsty and stay in a cool place.

Never leave people or pets inside a parked vehicle.

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