Temporary service interruption at Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital emergency department

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Clearwater and area residents are advised of temporary changes to emergency department hours at Dr. Helmcken Memorial Hospital.

Emergency services will be unavailable from 7 p.m. on Sunday, July 5, 2026 to 8 p.m. on Monday, July 6, 2026. Patients can access emergency care at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops during this time.

Update: 100 Mile District General Hospital emergency department remains open July 5, 2026

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UPDATE: 100 Mile House and area residents are advised of updates to upcoming temporary changes to emergency department hours at 100 Mile District General Hospital.

Interior Health has secured staffing coverage at 100 Mile District General Hospital. Emergency services will now be available from Sunday, July 5 at 8 a.m. to Monday, July 6 at 7 a.m.

Emergency services will remain unavailable during the following dates:

Temporary service interruption at Nicola Valley Hospital emergency department

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Merritt and area residents are advised of temporary changes to emergency department hours at Nicola Valley Hospital.  

Emergency services will be unavailable from 7 a.m., Sunday, July 5 to 8 a.m., Monday, July 6, 2026. Patients can access care at Royal Inland Hospital in Kamloops during this time.  

All other inpatient services will continue at Nicola Valley Hospital.

Tips to protect yourself from poor air quality & wildfire smoke

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Due to factors such as extreme heat and ongoing dry conditions, there is a risk of wildfires in the Interior Health region this summer. Exposure to wildfire smoke can lead to a range of health effects, including throat and nose irritation, worsening of lung and heart conditions, and premature death. 

There are many steps you can take to reduce exposure to wildfire smoke and protect your health.