Update: Heat advisory for Foothills of the Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon from Sunday to Tuesday

At 12:30 p.m. on Saturday, the National Weather Service released an updated heat advisory valid from Sunday 11 a.m. until Tuesday 9 p.m. for Foothills of the Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon.

The weather service adds, “Hot conditions with temperatures up to and over 100 degrees expected. This will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness.”

“Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses,” states the weather service.

Tips from the weather service for staying safe during a heat wave

• 
  Stay hydrated:
  
  Make sure to drink plenty of fluids.
• 
  Seek shelter:
  
  Stay indoors in an air-conditioned room to keep cool.
• 
  Avoid sun exposure:
  
  Avoid direct sun exposure, protect yourself and check on vulnerable relatives and neighbors.
• 
  Child and pet safety:
  
  Never leave young children and pets unattended in hot vehicles – car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
• 
  Caution outdoors:
  
  Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside.
• 
  Select the ideal time:
  
  If possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening when the heat is less intense.
• 
  Recognize heat-related issues:
  
  Know how to recognize the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
• 
  Dress comfortably:
  
  Select lightweight and loose-fitting outfits for enhanced comfort.

Additional recommendations for outdoor workers:

• For outdoor workers, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends regular rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas.
• If someone succumbs to the heat, promptly relocate them to a cool, shaded location.
• In emergencies, call 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.

Tips from the weather service for staying safe during a heat wave

• 
  
  Stay hydrated:
  
  Make sure to drink plenty of fluids.
  
• 
  
  Seek shelter:
  
  Stay indoors in an air-conditioned room to keep cool.
  
• 
  
  Avoid sun exposure:
  
  Avoid direct sun exposure, protect yourself and check on vulnerable relatives and neighbors.
  
• 
  
  Child and pet safety:
  
  Never leave young children and pets unattended in hot vehicles – car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
  
• 
  
  Caution outdoors:
  
  Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside.
  
• 
  
  Select the ideal time:
  
  If possible, reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening when the heat is less intense.
  
• 
  
  Recognize heat-related issues:
  
  Know how to recognize the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke.
  
• 
  
  Dress comfortably:
  
  Select lightweight and loose-fitting outfits for enhanced comfort.
  

Additional recommendations for outdoor workers:

• 
  For outdoor workers, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) recommends regular rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned areas.
  
• 
  If someone succumbs to the heat, promptly relocate them to a cool, shaded location.
  
• 
  In emergencies, call 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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