A heat wave stormed across British Columbia on Tuesday. Twenty‑one communities, including the city of Vancouver, measured temperatures higher than all previous reading for the province. The Canadian Weather Service noted the peak daily temperature for each location. Residents reported sweltering streets and intense UV radiation.
The same conditions moved to Vancouver Island on Wednesday, where daily heat records fell in multiple communities. Meteorologists stated the ridge of warm air will stay into the weekend. Authorities distributed heat‑related health advisories. Schools and outdoor events were called off in the affected areas.