NEWS FOR MONDAY, JULY 23RD 2018

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NATIONAL
By Karl Knox

Wildfires in British Columbia's Okanagan Valley have led to evacuation orders throughout the province.

According to CBC News, seven significant wildfires burning in the Valley blanketed the region in heavy smoke.

The worst of the wildfires may not be over as the forecast for the next couple of weeks calls for a return to dry and hot conditions for B.C.'s interior.

NATIONAL
By Patricia Petit Liang

A shooting in Toronto’s Greektown neighbourhood left 3 people dead and 13 others injured on Sunday.

According to CBC News, the survivors, between the ages of 10 to 59, are being treated for

minor to life-changing injuries.

Police are seeking to obtain a search warrant in relation to the deceased 29 year old shooter.

INTERNATIONAL
By Patricia Petit Liang

A heatwave in Japan has killed nearly 40 people this summer.

According to BBC News, dozens of cities have experienced temperatures higher than 40C.

Officials are urging residents to stay in doors as well as to drink plenty of water and rest to combat heat exhaustion.