Okanagan region in Canada experiences near-normal June rainfall amidst drought; experts warn of approaching heatwave and drier conditions, threatening fire behavior.

Okanagan region in Canada experienced normal or near-normal June rainfall amidst persisting multi-year drought. However, experts warn of an approaching heatwave and drier conditions, posing threats to fire behaviour. Environment Canada meteorologist Armel Castellan confirmed the upcoming event's significant impact on fire conditions.