By Catherine Hansen

Heat Wave Health Warning

Jun 18, 2018 | 12:43 PM

PRINCE GEORGE – Temperatures are heating up through BC,  with record highs expected through the beginning of the week.  Here in Prince George the forecast is calling for a daytime high of 31 degrees,  with a high of 33 Tuesday.  The hot and sunny conditions are prompting officials to issue health warnings, including this one from Environment Canada:

“Residents and visitors are advised to take precautions to protect themselves from the elevated temperatures, such as rescheduling outdoor activities to the cooler hours of the day; taking frequent breaks from the heat; spending time outdoors at home or in air-conditioned public buildings; and drinking plenty of water and other non-alcoholic and non-caffeinated beverages to stay hydrated. People or pets should not be left inside a closed vehicle for any length of time.

Residents should also monitor for symptoms of heat stroke or heat exhaustion, such as high body temperature, lack of sweat, confusion, fainting, and unconsciousness. Particular vigilance is urged for vulnerable individuals, including children, seniors, individuals with pre-existing lung, heart, kidney, nervous system, mental health or diabetic conditions, outdoor workers, as well as those who are socially isolated.

The risks of developing heat-related illnesses are greater for young children, pregnant women, older adults, people with chronic illnesses and people working or exercising outdoors.”

Dr. Andrew Gray with Northern Health says those who are socially isolated are at a high risk, and recommends friends, family and neighbours check on them regularly.

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Erin Reynolds with the Canadian Cancer Society says sunburns happen quicker than we think they do.  She recommends a broad spectrum sunscreen with at least a 30 SPF.  The sunscreen should be applied before exposure and re-applied every couple of hours especially for those who are sweating or swimming.

Cooler temperatures are expected into Thursday and Friday.