B.C. to bake under ‘early season heat event’ / Global
Friday, June 6, 2025, 3:21 pm
Environment Canada has warned residents in Southern British Columbia to be prepared for an unusually early heat wave. As sky-high temperatures set in earlier than expected, authorities urge citizens to hydrate, take shelter when possible, and monitor local advisories, all while the region braces itself for potential heat-related hazards.
Environment Canada warns of temperatures that could reach the low 30s on the coast and the mid-30s inland
Environment Canada has warned of an "early season heat event" across much of southern British Columbia starting Saturday and persisting into early next week.
Environment Canada is warning of an "early season heat event" bringing elevated temperatures to most of southern British Columbia that will persist from Saturday into early next week.
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