Nordegg beat a May 28 heat record that has stood for nearly 90 years.

That’s according to Environment and Climate Change Canada (ECCC) which saw Nordegg get up to 27.7 degrees Celcius on Wednesday. The searing heat beats the old record of 26.7 degrees Celcius set in 1936.

Records in the area have been kept since since 1915.

Northern Alberta was especially hot, with High Level, Jasper setting records. Of note, Beaverlodge got up to 32.3 degrees Celcius— also beating a 1936 record.

For Thursday, ECCC says a heat warning is in effect today for much of the West Country. Hot temperatures are expected Thursday, with daytime highs near or above 30 degrees Celsius.

Officials say an afternoon cold front is expected to move eastward across the province today, bringing an end to the heat.

Residents of and visitors to the impacted areas are advised to take the following precautions:

• Consider rescheduling outdoor activities to cooler hours of the day.
• Take frequent breaks from the heat and spend time in cooled indoor spaces where possible.
• Drink plenty of water and other beverages to stay hydrated; avoid alcoholic or caffeinated drinks.
• Check for your children or pets before you exit your vehicle. Do not leave any person or pet inside a closed vehicle, for any length of time.

Pay particular attention to those who can experience more severe effects from the heat, such as infants and children, seniors and individuals with pre-existing lung, heart, kidney, nervous system, mental health or diabetic conditions, outdoor workers, as well as those who are socially isolated, ECCC says.

Symptoms of heat stroke include high body temperature, lack of sweat, confusion, fainting and unconsciousness.

The warning is in effect for Rocky Mountain House, Crimson Lake, Ferrier, Alhambra and Leslieville.