Health authorities and governments are urging caution as a sweltering heat wave has now prompted 41 warnings or special weather statements across the province.
A sweltering and protracted heat wave is expected to arrive today, pushing temperatures into the 30s in many areas. People are advised to take precautions.
B.C.’s Minister of Emergency Management and Climate Readiness Bowinn Ma, B.C.’s Minister of Forests Bruce Ralston and BC Wildfire Service’s Cliff Chapmen are expected to speak.