As the province continues to endure elevated temperatures, Environment Canada reminds residents of Kamloops that a heat warning is still in effect across the region.
According to the current forecast, Kamloops can expect an average daytime temperature of 39 C from July 18 to 22 before eventually dropping to a more familiar seasonal average early next week.
“An extended period of high temperatures will continue as a ridge of high pressure remains over the region. Little relief is expected at night with elevated overnight temperatures. Current guidance is indicating that the high temperatures will continue through the weekend, then become more moderate early next week,” Environment Canada said in an updated heat warning Thursday morning.
The warning reiterated that although high temperatures pose serious risks to everyone, certain demographics remain at a higher risk than others, including “seniors, people who live alone, people with pre-existing health conditions such as diabetes, heart disease or respiratory disease, people with mental illness such as schizophrenia, depression, or anxiety, people with substance use disorders, people with limited mobility.”
While the heat event is in effect, the City of Kamloops offers several ‘heat relief’ options.
The Sandman Centre
Located at 300 Lorne Street adjacent to Riverside Park, the Sandman Centre will serve as a cooling centre again. The facility will be open to the public from noon to 8 P.M. until the heat event is lifted. Please note: While the space is open to all residents, the city reminds the public that pets are not permitted in the building. For more information click here.
Free public swimming
Residents can swim for free at the Canada Games Aquatic Centre, Brock Outdoor Pool, and Westsyde Pool during public swim times. For more information, visit Kamloops.ca/Swim.
Ice skating
Free public skating is available at the McArthur Island Sport and Events Centre. Although registration is not required, admittance onto the ice is ‘first come, first served.’ For more information, visit Kamloops.ca/Skating.
Public water parks
Subject to operation, the City of Kamloops is home to five outdoor water parks open from 10 A.M to 8:00 P.M. daily. A list of water parks, complete with information on amenities and locations, can be found here.
Seniors drop-in (55+) On Thursdays and Sundays during the heat event, adults 55+ are invited to attend the Kamloops Seniors’ Drop-in Program at Heritage House. For more information, including times and events, visit Kamloops.ca/SeniorsDropIn.