People are pictured during hot weather in Vancouver, British Columbia on Monday, May 15, 2023.
A high pressure ridge building over the West Coast will bring "very high temperatures" starting Friday and stretching into next week.Posted: Jul 04, 2024 6:06 PM EDT | Last Updated: 3 hours ago
Another warning covers the Kitimat and Terrace regions, where highs near 30 C were expected Saturday until Tuesday night. Environment Canada warns that there is a moderate risk to public health from heat-related illnesses, including heavy sweating, heat rash, muscle cramps, fainting, elevated body temperature, and exacerbation of existing health conditions.
"There is a great deal of uncertainty about how long this hot stretch will persist," the weather agency said of temperatures that were initially forecast to begin trending down mid-next week. The province's statement says that for many in B.C., these will be the first high temperatures of the season, and people should take care to monitor their health.Environment Canada said the heat posed a "moderate" risk to public health.
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