Environment Canada has issued special weather statements for an "early season heat event" across southern British Columbia, starting Saturday and lasting into early next week. Temperatures are expected to reach the low to mid-30s Celsius, posing health risks due to lack of acclimatization. Public health officials and the SPCA have issued warnings and advice.
Southern B.C. to be hit with ‘early season heat event’ over weekend, next week
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TL;DR: Key points with love ❤️Environment Canada has issued special weather statements for an "early season heat event" across southern British Columbia, starting Saturday and lasting into early next week. Temperatures are expected to reach the low to mid-30s Celsius, posing health risks due to lack of acclimatization. Public health officials and the SPCA have issued warnings and advice.
- 1 Environment Canada issued special weather statements on June 6, 2025
- 2 Heat event expected to start Saturday (June 7) and persist into early next week
- Elevated temperatures (low 30s to mid-30s Celsius)
- Significant impact due to lack of acclimatization
- Risk of heat illness (heavy sweating, rash, cramps, fainting)
- Increased calls to SPCA about animals in hot vehicles
- Need for public to monitor health and check on vulnerable individuals
What: An "early season heat event" is forecast for southern British Columbia.
When: Starting Saturday and persisting into early next week (from June 6th).
Where: Southern British Columbia, Canada (Lower Mainland, Sea to Sky corridor, Fraser Canyon, Okanagan, parts of Vancouver Island).
Why: A ridge of high pressure will bring elevated temperatures.
How: Environment Canada issued over 30 special weather statements. Temperatures could reach low 30s on the coast and mid-30s inland.