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Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for much of the Southern Interior region with temperatures expected to soar on the weekend.
The heat warning for the entire Okanagan Valley, Shuswap, Thompson, Nicola and Similkameen with temperatures predicted to reach the high 30s or low 40s Sunday with overnight temperatures in the high teens.
Temperatures could pose a moderate risk to public health.
“A building ridge of high pressure over the region will usher in very high temperatures beginning Sunday,” the warning states.
“Heat affects everyone, but the risks are greater for seniors, people who live alone, people with pre-existing health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease or respiratory disease, people with mental illness, people with substance use disorders and people with limited mobility.
“Check on family, friends and neighbours who are at higher risk, particularly if they live alone, to make sure they have a cool space.”
Early signs of heat illness such as feeling unwell, fatigue, thirst, headaches or unusually dark urine can rapidly evolve into life-threatening emergencies.
People should drink plenty of water and find cooler environments such as shade or air-conditioned spaces.
If you are in an overheated area, seek a cool place such as a tree-shaded area, splash pad, misting station or air-conditioned building.
Temperatures are expected to stay in the upper 30s throughout much of the week.
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Red areas show heat warning.
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