A strengthening ridge of high pressure will bring increasing temperatures to the south coast later this week.
The time frame with the hottest weather will be from Thursday to Saturday.
Daytime high temperatures will rise 3 to 5 degrees Celsius compared to today, pushing them into the high 20’s near the water to low 30’s inland.
Overnight lows will also rise into the mid to high teens.
The highest temperatures are expected to be in the Fraser Valley, Sea to Sky region, and inland Vancouver Island.
Watch for the effects of heat illness, which include swelling, rash, cramps. fainting, heat exhaustion, heat stroke and the worsening of some health conditions.
The risks are greater for young children, pregnant women, older adults, people with chronic illnesses and people working or exercising outdoors.
Drink plenty of water even before you feel thirsty and stay in a cool place.
To report severe weather, send an email to BCstorm@canada.ca or tweet reports using #BCStorm.
