Sweet Home, Oregon

... Heat advisory remains in effect until 8 PM PDT this evening for
the Coast Range... inland valleys and Cascade foothills...

A heat advisory remains in effect until 8 PM PDT this evening.

Afternoon temperatures will drop slightly today as compared to
those Saturday... but temperatures are still expected to range
from 85 to 90 degrees in the valleys and Cascade foothills. The
Coast Range should be a bit cooler with temperatures in the 80s.
In addition humidities will rise keeping the Comfort level low.
Cooler marine air is expected to begin pushing into the interior
late today and tonight.

At risk populations can be especially vulnerable to heat related
illnesses during episodes of hot weather. Drink plenty of fluids
and try to stay out of the sun during the hottest part of the day.

Precautionary/preparedness actions...

A heat advisory means that a period of hot temperatures is
expected. The combination of hot temperatures and high humidity
will combine to create a situation in which heat illnesses are
possible. Drink plenty of fluids... stay in an air-conditioned
room... stay out of the sun... and check up on relatives and
neighbors.



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