Kelowna opens with high heat with temperatures near 35 C. Passing showers are possible. The weekend delivers lower daytime temperatures, along with increased cloud cover and rainfall. Thunder and smoke threats rise across the Southern Interior. Friday saw record highs across British Columbia. A severe thunderstorm watch continues south of the Pear Lake wildfire area. Evacuation orders remain in place close by. Residents need to stay informed as conditions change rapidly. Friday set new heat benchmarks in several B C communities. The heat arrived early, but rain and storms follow. Emergency officials warn about rapidly changing wildfire risks. Visitors are urged to review reports before travelling. Smoke from distant fires might hang around into next week. No major impacts reported yet, but officials advise vigilance.