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Temperature records broken Wednesday, even hotter conditions today in B.C.

While today is set to be the hottest day this week, yesterday’s scorching temperatures broke several records.
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With the hottest day of the week upon us, cities across B.C. have the potential to break maximum temperature records.

Environment Canada is warning temperatures could be over 40 C in some areas this Thursday.

“A ridge of high pressure has brought unseasonably hot weather into southern B.C.,” writes Environment Canada.

“Daytime maximum temperatures will climb a couple more degrees today and reach 37 C at many localities with a few spots crossing the 40 C mark. Overnight minimum temperatures will only recover to the upper teens to 20 C mark.”

Meteorologists warn that it will remain hot on Friday as daytime highs remain in the mid to upper 30Cs.

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“Significant cooling will occur on Saturday as a cold front moves through the area overnight Friday,” adds Environment Canada.

“Watch for the effects of heat illness: swelling, rash, cramps, fainting, heat exhaustion, heat stroke and the worsening of some health conditions. Drink plenty of water even before you feel thirsty and stay in a cool place.”

Experts also recommend checking in on older family, friends and neighbours. Make sure they are cool and drinking water

Also seek a cool place such as a tree-shaded area, swimming pool, shower or bath, or air-conditioned spot like a public building.

Never leave people or pets inside a parked vehicle.

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While today is set to be the hottest day this week, yesterday’s scorching temperatures broke seven records in the province;

Cache Creek Area

  • New record: 38.8 C

  • Old record: 37.5 C set in 1981
  • Records kept since 1912
  • Lillooet

    • Tied record: 39 C

  • Old record: 39 C set in 1981
  • Records kept since 1881
  • Lytton

    • New record: 40.6 C

  • Old record: 40.4 C set in 1981
  • Records kept since 1921
  • Malahat

    • New record: 31.5 C

  • Old record: 30.5 C set in 1987
  • Records kept since 1986
  • Merritt

    • New record: 36.3 C

  • Old record: 35.0 C set in 1978
  • Records kept since 1918
  • Pemberton

    • New record: 38.7 C

  • Old record: 37.0 C set in 1981
  • Records kept since 1908
  • Squamish

    • New record: 33.2 C

  • Old record: 32.2 C set in 1960
  • Records kept since 1960
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