Heat is poised to hit several eastern provinces for the rest of the week. Forecasts say temperatures will be ten to fifteen degrees Celsius beyond what is normal for this time of year. Local officials are getting ready for the heat spell and have told people to monitor the weather. Event planners have released heat warnings. The Canadian stages of the Tour de France, part of the race’s ninth leg, will run in the similar scorching weather. Spectators and riders are advised to take plenty of water, avoid the sun when they can, and heed safety directions. Authorities urge the public to keep checking updates.