High temperatures increase risk of heat-related illness
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Interior Health is warning people that the rising temperatures increase the risk of heat-related illnesses.
Heat warnings have been issued for much of the province, including in Vernon, where the mercury is set to reach as high as 38 Celsius on Thursday.
With local daytime highs in the mid- to upper-30s for the coming days, Interior Health (IH) advises people to take action to protect themselves from heat-related illness, particularly the most vulnerable people such as seniors, those who live alone, people with pre-existing health conditions or mobility issues, people with mental illnesses or substance-use disorders, people who work in hot environments, people who are pregnant, and infants and young children.
IH advised people make sure they have working fans and air conditioners in their homes; seek out cool environments, such as libraries and community centres, especially during the hottest parts of the day; and block out the sun from directly hitting windows.
