URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Portland OR
218 PM PDT Thu Jul 29 2021
Lower Columbia-Greater Portland Metro Area-Central Willamette Valley-South Willamette Valley-Northern Oregon Cascade Foothills-Cascade Foothills in Lane County-Upper Hood River Valley-Western Columbia River Gorge-Central Columbia River Gorge-I-5 Corridor in Cowlitz County-Greater Vancouver Area-South Washington Cascade Foothills-Including the cities of St. Helens, Clatskanie, Hillsboro, Portland, Wilsonville, Oregon City, Gresham, Troutdale, Salem, McMinnville, Woodburn, Stayton, Dallas, Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis, Albany, Lebanon, Sandy, Estacada, Silver Falls State Park, Sweet Home, Vida, Jasper, Lowell, Cottage Grove, Parkdale, Odell, Corbett, Rooster Rock, Multnomah Falls, Cascade Locks, Hood River, Longview, Kelso, Castle Rock, Vancouver, Battle Ground, Ridgefield, Washougal, Yacolt, Amboy, Toutle, Ariel, Lake Merwin, Yale Lake, Cougar, North Bonneville, Stevenson, Carson, and Underwood
218 PM PDT Thu Jul 29 2021
HEAT ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT SATURDAY
WHAT...High temperatures in the upper 90s Thursday, and around 100 Friday. Overnight lows expected to be in the mid-60s, however around 70 for urban areas and the Columbia River Gorge Friday night.
WHERE...Portions of Southwest Washington and Northwest Oregon.
WHEN...Until 11 AM PDT Saturday.
IMPACTS...Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.
Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heatstroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.
Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9-1-1.
