On Friday at 1:34 p.m. the National Weather Service issued a heat advisory valid for Sunday between 11 a.m. and 9 p.m. for Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon and Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon.
The weather service says, “Hot conditions with temperatures up to 100 degrees expected. This will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness.”
“Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses,” adds the weather service.
Heat wave safety tips: Stay safe with these recommendations from the weather service
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Stay hydrated:
Keep yourself well-hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids. -
Find cool shelter:
Stay indoors in an air-conditioned room to keep cool. -
Avoid sun exposure:
Stay out of the sun, and make sure to 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:
If you work or spend time outside, be sure to take additional safety measures. -
Select the ideal time:
If possible, move strenuous activities to early morning or evening for more favorable conditions. -
Recognize heat-related issues:
Learn to identify the warning signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. -
Stay cool with clothing:
Select lightweight and loose-fitting outfits for enhanced comfort.
Additional recommendations 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.
Heat wave safety tips: Stay safe with these recommendations from the weather service
-
Stay hydrated:
Keep yourself well-hydrated by drinking plenty of fluids.
-
Find cool shelter:
Stay indoors in an air-conditioned room to keep cool.
-
Avoid sun exposure:
Stay out of the sun, and make sure to 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:
If you work or spend time outside, be sure to take additional safety measures.
-
Select the ideal time:
If possible, move strenuous activities to early morning or evening for more favorable conditions.
-
Recognize heat-related issues:
Learn to identify the warning signs of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
-
Stay cool with clothing:
Select lightweight and loose-fitting outfits for enhanced comfort.
Additional recommendations 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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Heat advisory in place for Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon and Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon for Sunday
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