Heat warning issued for the Okanagan

Environment Canada has issued a heat warning for Vernon, Kelowna and the Okanagan.

The weather agency warns the coming days could see highs in the mid to high 30 C range, with overnight lows in the high teens.

“Humidex values may approach the high 30’s on Thursday over the Okanagan Valley and Shuswap as a southerly flow brings more moisture into the areas, increasing the humidity,” Environment Canada stated.

“Heat affects everyone, but the risks are greater for: seniors, people who live alone, people with pre-existing health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease or respiratory disease, people with mental illness such as schizophrenia, depression, or anxiety, people with substance use disorders, people with limited mobility.”