It's a scorcher out there and temps are expected to remain unseasonably high into the early part of next week. 

The last time the Cochrane area saw such high temps was back in July of 2015, shares Kirk Torneby, Meteorologist with Environment Canada. Torneby, states a ridge of high pressure has built up across Western Canada which has created a dome of very warm air. "BC, Southern Alberta are the warmest at the moment and the warmest conditions are expected to develop this weekend with highs near 30 degrees."

While temps are expected to peak this weekend, Torneby, says thing should moderate into next week. "We will see a little bit of cooling for the Calgary and Cochrane area into the early part of next week, but conditions are expected to stay well over 30 for areas in South Eastern Alberta all the way through next week. After we get through that 30 degree spell this weekend, we should cool off to mid 20s, 20-25 degree mark for the early part of next week."

No rain is being forecasted and the winds will remain down leading to concerns of fire advisories and wildfires. "Anytime we get warm, dry conditions it can lead to fire danger. So it is one of those concerns especially with such a long dry stretch where the fire danger might increase." Cochrane has issued a fire advisory for 1 pm (July 6) and an advisory is already in place for Rocky View County.

A heat advisory has also been issued, says Torneby, and those susceptible should be careful. "Young people, young children, pregnant women, elderly people, people with chronic illnesses, and working outdoors or exercising are more susceptible during these high heat events. There are always reminders that come with these types of things; drinking plenty of water, taking frequent breaks, and taking shelter in cool places and cool down to get recovery."

A reminder was also given to not leave pets or kids in vehicles with the high temperatures.

To see the seven day forecast go here.