Weather warning: Triple-digit temperatures expected for next week | News

...EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 10 PM
PDT THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with little overnight relief.
Afternoon high temperatures of 95 to 110 degrees. Morning low
temperatures in the lower 60s to lower 70s.

* WHERE...Portions of north central and northeast Oregon and
central, south central, and southeast Washington.

* WHEN...From noon today to 10 PM PDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Heat-related illnesses increase significantly during
extreme heat events.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Major to locally Extreme HeatRisk (risk of
heat-related impacts) is anticipated through the duration of the
event.

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.

Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car
interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

Take extra precautions when outside. Wear lightweight and
loose-fitting clothing. Try to limit strenuous activities to early
morning or evening. Take action when you see symptoms of heat
exhaustion and heat stroke.

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates.

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