An ongoing heatwave is impacting Metro Vancouver, and according to the upcoming forecast, temperatures will continue to rise for a few days.
“Elevated temperatures are expected, and there is a moderate risk to public health,” Environment And Climate Change Canada (ECCC) heat warning reads.
“A building ridge of high pressure over the region is ushering in very high temperatures,” ECCC added. “Daytime high temperatures will be in the low to mid 30’s.”
According to the forecast, Tuesday could be the hottest day of the week as temperatures rise from 25C Sunday to 27C Tuesday.
“Near the water, daytime highs will be in the high 20’s. Overnight lows will be near 17 degrees,” stated the ECCC. “Daytime high temperatures are expected to moderate to the mid to high 20’s starting Wednesday, but warm weather will likely persist.”
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The warning is expected to last until Tuesday night. After that, temperatures are expected to drop gradually to as low as 22C this week.
ECCC is cautioning people to be aware of the effects of heat illness, such as heavy sweating, rash, cramps, fainting, high body temperature, and worsening of some health conditions.
“Never leave susceptible people, particularly children or pets, inside a parked vehicle,” it said. “If you are in an overheated area, seek a cool place such as a tree-shaded area, splash pad, misting station, or air-conditioned spot like a public building.