Heat Advisory Issued for Eastern Oregon
By Shannon Weidemann (McKone) on Monday, August 14th, 2023 in Columbia Basin News Eastern/Southeast Oregon News More Top Stories Northeastern Oregon News
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* What: Temperatures up to 100 expected.
* Where: In Oregon, Grande Ronde Valley, Wallowa county, northern Blue Mountains of Oregon, southern Blue Mountains of Oregon, ochoco-John Day highlands and east slopes of the Oregon Cascades. In Washington, northwest Blue Mountains and upper slopes of the eastern Washington Cascades crest.
* When: From 11 AM Monday to 11 PM PDT Thursday.
* Impacts: Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses to occur.
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 heat stroke. 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.
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* What: Hot temperatures up to 104 on Tuesday and 105 on Wednesday.
* Where: Portions of southwest Idaho and southeast Oregon.
* When: From noon MDT /11 AM PDT/ Tuesday to 9 PM MDT /8 PM PDT/ Wednesday.
* Impacts: Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses to occur.
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 heat stroke. 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.
