It’s been two weeks of extremely hot temperatures for those living in the Fredericton area, causing numerous heat advisories to be issued.
It’s the type of weather that has resulted in extra safety measures to be taken.
"Just to make sure that they're hydrated,” said resident Mike Murphy. “I stay hydrated as well. That's obviously the most important thing on hot days like today."
Temperatures are in the mid-30s, with the rainfall amounts in June and July far below normal. While there wasn’t a heat advisory issued in New Brunswick on Sunday, it’s still warmer than normal. Five level one heat advisories have been issued in New Brunswick over the past two weeks.
Residents say the only way to truly beat the heat is to get in the water.
"I come (to the lake) not so much to beat it but to enjoy it,” said resident Bernadet Samulski. “If you want to go swimming, you want a nice, warm day."
Many others were thinking the same way. Killarney Lake's parking lot was full on Sunday, and so was the lake itself.
The heat does come with it some warnings, especially for the elderly and small children.
"Finding shaded areas and my little boy has a backpack on with water for us all, and we have apples for after," said mother Pauline Paulin.
Paulin says her little ones love being out in the sun, but sunscreen is a must. The consistent heat that the Maritimes have been seeing can be dangerous for those with respiratory issues.
It also can mean a no-go for campfires. There's a burn ban issued for most of Nova Scotia. In New Brunswick, Albert County is restricted to fires only between 8 p.m. and 8 a.m.
"My pool actually went down in water this week because it's been so hot,” said Fredericton resident Robert Foley. “It's from natural splashing and stuff too, but it actually went down a fair bit.”
The heat doesn't look like it's going away anytime soon, so officials for residents to look after yourself and check on any neighbours who might be affected.
With files from CTV Atlantic’s Laura Brown.
