Extreme cold temperatures return to Ottawa

Environment Canada has issued an extreme cold warning for Ottawa, the fourth extreme cold warning for the national capital region this month.

Environment Canada has issued an extreme cold warning, the fourth extreme cold warning for the national capital region this month.

The temperature will drop to -28C overnight, with the wind chill making it feel like minus 37.

"A period of very cold wind chills is expected," said the weather agency on Sunday afternoon, adding the extreme cold will last tonight into Monday morning.

"Risks are greater for young children, older adults, people with chronic illnesses, people working or exercising outdoors, and those without proper shelter."