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Heat
Heat Warnings ENDED for all areas of B.C.
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Environment and Climate Change Canada has ended all Heat Warnings in B.C., including ones for the Fraser Canyon, Fraser Valley, Howe Sound, South Okanagan, South and North Thompson, Metro Vancouver, areas of Vancouver Island, Sunshine Coast and Whistler.

Heat Warnings
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If you are in the area under an Heat Warning:
Know the symptoms of heat-related illness and seek medical care if you or someone you are caring for are unwell:
Call 9-1-1 or your local emergency number in case of a medical emergency.
Take steps to keep your home cool or seek cooler locations, such as an Emergency Cooling Centre or a Public Cooling Space.
Check on family, friends and neighbours who are at higher risk of heat-related illness, particularly if they live alone.
Drink plenty of water. Be aware that sugary or alcoholic drinks cause dehydration.
If you must be outdoors, take precautions to stay cool like wearing protective clothing and sunscreen, seeking cooler outdoor spaces and staying in shaded areas as much as possible.
Monitor local sources of information and follow all instructions from your municipality, Local Authority or First Nation.
Heat safety and preparedness

Preparing for heat
Health Authorities – Heat response information
Understanding heat warnings

Heat Warning
Daytime and overnight temperatures are higher than usual, but they are not getting hotter every day. Take the usual steps to stay cool.

Extreme Heat Emergency
Daytime and overnight temperatures are higher than usual and are getting hotter every day. Activate your emergency plan for heat.