BC Heat Related Deaths

• At least 595 people in B.C. died from summer heat wave, coroners service says

  The largest number of deaths — at least 526 — were recorded from June 25 to July 1, when a heat dome led to the mercury hitting the high 30s and low 40s.

  Health

  Nov 1, 2021
  
• B.C.’s third heat wave of the summer will peak Friday and last until Sunday

  Environment Canada said heat warnings are issued when very high temperature or humidity conditions are expected to pose an elevated risk of heat illnesses.

  Weather

  Aug 12, 2021
  
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• Rise in heat-related deaths and calls in B.C. strains emergency services

  On Saturday, B.C. set a new record for the most number of ambulance dispatches ever at 1,850, most of which were for heat-related issues.

  Health

  Jun 29, 2021