According to the BC SPCA, leaving a dog in a warm vehicle for even just a few minutes can have harmful and even life-threatening effects.
The SPCA explains dogs can’t release heat by sweating, as humans do, so their internal body temperature rises more quickly. And some dogs, especially senior pets and those with flatter faces, experience even more challenges in hot weather.
So, despite the fact the temperature across the Coast has barely hit the mid-teens, this is a good time to remind dog owners to leave your furry friends at home, even if running just a short errand.
Hot dog
On April 4, police attended to the 5500 block of Sunshine Coast Highway in Sechelt, for a report of a dog left in a vehicle, which was thought to be overheating and in distress due to the warm weather. Police attended and observed the hybrid vehicle had a feature that controlled the air conditioner so it would turn on and off automatically. Police confirmed the well-being of the dog and that the temperature was adequate.
Impaired driving
On April 2, a witness reported a possible impaired driver at the 1300 block of Port Mellon Highway in Langdale. Police noted the driver exhibiting signs of possible intoxication from alcohol, who advised them they’d consumed alcohol earlier in the day. The driver was given a roadside alcohol screening test and after two failed results, was issued a 90-day immediate roadside prohibition. The matter has been referred to RoadSafetyBC.
On April 5, police attended a single-vehicle collision in the 400 block of Central Avenue in Gibsons and noted the driver exhibiting signs of possible intoxication from alcohol. The driver was given a roadside alcohol screening test and after two failed results, was issued a 90-day immediate roadside prohibition and violation ticket for no insurance. The matter has been referred to RoadSafetyBC.
Also on April 5, a witness reported a possible impaired driver on the 4800 block of Sunshine Coast Highway in Sechelt, who was driving at high speeds. Police located the suspected driver who was exhibiting signs of possible intoxication from alcohol. The driver was given a roadside alcohol screening test and after two failed results, was issued a 90-day immediate roadside prohibition and violation ticket for no driver’s licence. The matter has been referred to RoadSafetyBC.
On April 5, a witness reported a possible impaired driver at the 5500 block of Inlet Avenue in Sechelt, and noted the driver exhibiting signs of possible intoxication from alcohol. Police located the driver nearby and they were given a roadside alcohol screening test. After two failed results, the driver was issued a 90-day immediate roadside prohibition. The matter has been referred to RoadSafetyBC.
Property found
On April 2, a debit card was turned into the Sunshine Coast RCMP detachment in Sechelt. The owner may claim it with a detailed description within 90 days. Police file number: 2025-2241.
On April 14, power tools were located in the 5600 block of Hightide Avenue in Sechelt. The owner may claim them with a detailed description within 90 days. Police file number: 2025-2535.
On April 15, a pole saw and chainsaw were found in the 5600 block of Inlet Avenue in Sechelt. The owner may claim them with a detailed description within 90 days. Police file number: 2025-2557.
On April 29, a purse was found in the 5600 block of Sherlock Lane in Sechelt. The owner may claim it with detailed description within 90 days. Police file number: 2025-2399.
