UPDATE: JUNE 24, 7 pm
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A strong weather system is moving in this afternoon predicted to push weekend temperatures into the mid 30s, and prompting an Environment Canada warning.
A special hot weather statement has been issued for the entire Okanagan 香蕉视频直播� Shuswap region and the entire Southern half of the province.
Environment Canada reports a strong upper ridge of high pressure is building over the province that will result in the brief heat wave over southwest B.C.
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Temperatures will peak this weekend with maximums of at least 32 degrees, reaching the mid to high 30s throughout the Okanagan Valley.
Meteorologists expect that a few daily record high temperatures will likely be broken with this weekend香蕉视频直播檚 heat wave.
As this hot weather system passes, temperatures will noticably dip on Monday.
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The statement was issued as these extreme heat waves can be risky for young children, pregnant women, older adults, people with chronic illnesses and people working or exercising outdoors.
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After things cool off on Monday, Charbonneau expects daily highs to still remain slightly above average at about 28 C.
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Meteorologists ask those at risk to watch for the effects of heat illness: swelling, rash, cramps, fainting, heat exhaustion, heat stroke and the worsening of some health conditions.
Drink plenty of water even before you feel thirsty and stay in a cool place.
For more information;
- Check back here for health and safety updates.
- For information on heat-related illness, call at 811.
- You can also contact your local government to find out what services (such as air-conditioned buildings and public splash parks) are available in your area.
carmen.weld@bpdigital.ca
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