Today is going to be another hot one, prompting the National Weather Service to issue a public advisory about the potential dangers associated with the heat.
The heat advisory is in effect until 11 p.m. today for the greater Vancouver area. The hottest part of the day will be between 1 and 5 p.m. when temperatures could reach the low- to mid-90s, according to the weather service. Even after the sun sets, temperatures are expected to remain above 60 degrees in some areas.
Because this is the first significant hot spell of the year, “most people are not yet acclimated to the heat,” the weather service warned. It recommends avoiding physical exertion in the hottest parts of the day, wearing light and loose-fitting clothing, and drinking plenty of clear liquids.
The interior of cars, when left in direct sunlight on days like today, can become a deadly place for pets and children, the weather service added.
