Alert for Southern Gulf Islands

Warnings

4:09 PM PDT Wednesday 23 June 2021
Heat Warning in effect for:

• Southern Gulf Islands

A dangerous long duration heat wave will affect B.C. beginning on Friday and lasting until Tuesday.

Threat: Daytime highs ranging from 29 to 37 degrees celsius combined with overnight lows of 18 to 20 degrees celsius. Humidex values during this period will reach the high 30's to possibly the low 40's.

Locations: Metro Vancouver - Central, Metro Vancouver SW, Metro Vancouver - North Shore, Greater Victoria, Howe Sound, Whistler, Sunshine Coast, Southern Gulf Islands, East Vancouver Island, Inland Vancouver Island.

Timespan: Friday to Tuesday.

Remarks: An exceptionally strong ridge of high pressure will develop over British Columbia likely resulting in record breaking temperatures. The duration of this heat wave is concerning as there is little relief at night with elevated overnight temperatures. This record-breaking heat event will increase the potential for heat-related illnesses.

Drink plenty of water even before you feel thirsty and stay in a cool place.

Check on older family, friends and neighbours. Make sure they are cool and drinking water

Never leave people or pets inside a parked vehicle.

Watch for the symptoms of heat illness: dizziness/fainting; nausea/vomiting; rapid breathing and heartbeat; extreme thirst; decreased urination with unusually dark urine.

Outdoor workers should take regularly scheduled breaks in a cool place.

To get more information:
- Check the local news for health and safety updates.
- Check HealthLinkBC online resources about heat-related illness and how to protect yourself at www.healthlinkbc.ca/healthlinkbc-files/heat-related-illness.
- Call HealthLinkBC at 8-1-1 to ask about heat-related illness.

Environment Canada and local Medical Health Officers expect an increase in health and safety risks from heat and are advising the public to take precautions.

Firechief Caldbeck

ThINC Nature House - Survey Reminder

Hello Thetis Islanders and visitors, if you haven't already, and are keen to participate in Nature House activities this summer, please complete the following survey to aid us in our Nature House planning!

Survey: https://forms.gle/QVVpLAq8Z75iebUX6

Each Friday and Saturday, starting July 2nd, we will be offering short (1-3 hr) programs for COVID-friendly family groups, households, or 'bubbles' (a small network of trusted relatives/friends with whom you interact). Registration for each time slot will be required a week ahead of time so that we can plan age-appropriate activities and content. Participation will be by a suggested donation or included with a Friends of the Nature House membership:

https://910a9ce4-f1fe-410b-b719-d6d404b97bb0.filesusr.com/ugd/a5ed41_81347b998bf44126945c5fdf06829478.pdf

KALE CHIPS & Fresh List from Jollity Farm

Remember those delicious kale chips we made years ago!? They are back!
We have extra bags available today (Thursday) so come up and grab a bag or two anytime. A fresh batch will be ready for Saturday.
Two flavours  - 'Cheezy' Red Pepper & Coconut Curry 
Ingredients are organic and vegan, and chips are dehydrated low and slow.
$5/bag today

What's fresh for Saturday: 
Mixed Greens
Chard
Kale
Carrots
Baby Cucumbers
Peas
Cherry Tomatoes
Basil
Pac Choi

+ Dumplings
Shrimp & Chive
Lemongrass Chicken
(and more of that delicious sauce)

+ Haltwhistle Cheese
(we ordered a couple extras in case you missed the deadline)

Next Vet Visit

The next veterinary visit to the island will be Wednesday, July 7th. Owing to the unofficially revised Chemainus/Preedy Harbour ferry schedule, we’ll be on the island for slightly reduced hours. We hope to leave Chemainus on the 8.55am ferry (ex 8.40) and return on the 3.20pm sailing (ex 2.40). The 5.20pm (ex 4.30) does not enable return to Salt Spring in good time.
For an appointment please phone 250 436 0045 or email erskine2814@outlook.com

Dr. Martin E. Randle

July 1st Sail Past Route Revision

Hello islanders, 

For those planning to join in on the July 1^st Sail Past… please be advised of a slight alteration to our pit stop route.  It has been brought to my attention that Tent Island is not open to the public, so we’ll just skip that pit stop and keep on cruisin’!  We can start a new tradition and make North Cove beach a new pit stop. 

Eager to see some familiar faces and new islanders at sea on July 1^st! 

Tricia Hunter 

Dead Deer

Recently at least 2 deer have been found dead on Thetis without any evidence of trauma.

It is likely these deer have died from infection with AHD (adenovirus hemorrhagic disease), which has been spreading on nearby islands and in the Cowichan valley as well as in the American gulf islands.

Anyone finding a deer under these circumstances is advised to not consume the meat from the animal and to wear gloves and mask while handling the carcass. Disposal is by deep burial without moving the carcass to another location.

More information may be found online by googling "AHD in deer in BC".

Bill Cobb

Basil Available

I have some basil plants $2 each, and some cardoons.

Diane darsenau@gmail.com

Musician for Hire

Hi!  I am a professional musician available for private parties, special events and weddings available for gigs on Thetis starting in July. 

Please contact me through this website link. 

Thank you so much!  https://robbiehancock.com/booking

Robbie Hancock

Hazard Rating Climbing

Wednesday we will have moved up to HIGH Hazard Rating.  

This means that starting Thursday, early shift comes into effect.  All spark/flame/hot exhaust producing tools, including metal-bladed tools such as mowers or gas weed whackers etc. must cease work before 1 pm and a two-hour fire watch posted.

(Note that electric chainsaws operated above knee height where the chain won't strike rocks, electric splitters, and electric weed whackers with plastic string are exempt.)

Salt Spring is now in EXTREME.  The other local fire weather stations are sure to follow soon.  

Please be extremely careful with your evening permitted campfires.  Time to dust off your propane campfire appliances.

TIVFD 

TIRRA AGM Reminder: June 26th (Saturday)

As previously advised, TIRRA will hold their AGM on Saturday, June 26th at Forbes Hall. 4:00PM Start time

Indoor meetings under current Health Orders require:

• hand sanitizer on entering and exiting: will be provided
• seated attendance with 2 meters distance from anyone not in your bubble
• documentation held for 30 days detailing first and last names and contact phone numbers: attendance will be registered upon entry
• face masks required if you are not able to keep 2 meters from others, please come prepared with your mask
• no more than 50 in attendance: historically numbers between 20 and 30 attendees
• no gathering indoors before or after meeting, not recommended outdoors either

AGENDA:

Approval of September 2020AGM Minutes

President's report*

Financial report

Committee reports* (Trails, Espokes, Transportation, St. Margaret's Cemetery)

Solid Waste report

*As indicated, reports are already posted on the TIRRA portion of Thetis Island Community website for your review prior to the AGM

Keith Rush: Ferry Advisory Committee

Members Motion has been submitted to support a Composting Initiative, as part of Summer Employment Program: Funding requested $3500

Any other Items from membership

Meeting adjournment

TIRRA 

Jollity Farm Open Wednesday

4-7pm
Come by to see Farmer Finn and his fresh mid-week produce harvest.

Harvested fresh: 
Basil
Zucchini
Kale
Mixed Greens
Peas
Chard
Taiwan Cabbage
Carrots
Pac Choi

Also available: 
Kale Chips
Veggie Dumplings
Corn Tortillas
Final 2-4" annuals
Perennial plants
Asparagus (last picks of the season)

Email, text or call to reserve ahead (some morning pick up available if evening doesn't work)
info@jollityfarm.ca or 250.415.0101

Coat Found

Coat found on Kenwood Rd

call Pat 250 246 2730