Update: Heat advisory affecting Foothills of the Southern Blue Mountains of Oregon and North Central Oregon

On Monday at 11:39 p.m. an updated heat advisory was issued by the National Weather Service in effect until Tuesday at 9 p.m. for Foothills of the Southern Blue Mountains of Oregon and North Central Oregon.

The weather service states, “Hot conditions with high temperatures between 90 – 100 degrees expected with overnight lows 60 – 70 degrees. This will pose a moderate to locally major risk of heat-related illness.”

“Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. Heat will significantly increase the risk of heat-related illnesses for those who are sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration,” explains the weather service.

Mastering the heat: Guidelines for staying safe in high temperatures

• 
  Stay hydrated:
  
  Keep yourself well-hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids.
• 
  Find cool shelter:
  
  Stay in an air-conditioned room.
• 
  Avoid sun exposure:
  
  Stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
• 
  Child and pet safety:
  
  Do not leave young children and pets unattended in vehicles when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
• 
  Caution outdoors:
  
  When working or spending time outside, take extra precautions.
• 
  Select the ideal time:
  
  If possible, move strenuous activities to early morning or evening for more favorable conditions.
• 
  Recognize heat-related issues:
  
  Know how to recognize the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
• 
  Stay cool with clothing:
  
  Select lightweight and loose-fitting outfits for enhanced comfort.

Additional tips for outdoor workers:

• The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas for outdoor workers.
• If someone is overwhelmed by the heat, swiftly relocate them to a cool, shaded location.
• In emergency situations, dial 911 for immediate assistance.

These NWS heat safety recommendations are vital for your well-being during periods of high temperatures. Stay informed and take the necessary steps to protect yourself and others from the heat’s potentially dangerous effects.

Advance Local Weather Alerts is a service provided by United Robots, which uses machine learning to compile the latest data from the National Weather Service.

Mastering the heat: Guidelines for staying safe in high temperatures

• 
  
  Stay hydrated:
  
  Keep yourself well-hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids.
  
• 
  
  Find cool shelter:
  
  Stay in an air-conditioned room.
  
• 
  
  Avoid sun exposure:
  
  Stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors.
  
• 
  
  Child and pet safety:
  
  Do not leave young children and pets unattended in vehicles when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
  
• 
  
  Caution outdoors:
  
  When working or spending time outside, take extra precautions.
  
• 
  
  Select the ideal time:
  
  If possible, move strenuous activities to early morning or evening for more favorable conditions.
  
• 
  
  Recognize heat-related issues:
  
  Know how to recognize the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
  
• 
  
  Stay cool with clothing:
  
  Select lightweight and loose-fitting outfits for enhanced comfort.
  

Additional tips for outdoor workers:

• 
  The Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas for outdoor workers.
  
• 
  If someone is overwhelmed by the heat, swiftly relocate them to a cool, shaded location.
  
• 
  In emergency situations, dial 911 for immediate assistance.
  

These NWS heat safety recommendations are vital for your well-being during periods of high temperatures. Stay informed and take the necessary steps to protect yourself and others from the heat’s potentially dangerous effects.

Advance Local Weather Alerts is a service provided by United Robots, which uses machine learning to compile the latest data from the National Weather Service.

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