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Heat Advisory
Issued: 10:31 PM Aug. 6, 2026 – National Weather Service
...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...Hot conditions with high temperatures up to 85 to 90 degrees expected and low temperatures 58 to 62 degrees. This will pose a moderate risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Portions of northwest and west central Washington. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...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. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Warm temperatures overnight will bring limited relief for the interior. 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. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. For sheltering information and other human services in your area, dial 2 1 1 during business hours or visit wa211.org anytime. To stay safe when heat and smoke are present, go to spaces with indoor cooling and air filtration. To cool spaces with no air conditioning, pull shades to block daytime heat. Use portable air cleaners or DIY box fan filters to help cool and clean air. Stay hydrated and limit activity until heat and smoke improve. &&
Air Quality Alert
Issued: 7:41 PM Aug. 6, 2026 – National Weather Service
...AIR QUALITY ALERT NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM PDT FRIDAY... An Air Quality Alert for Smoke has been issued by the following agencies: Puget Sound Clean Air Agency An Air Quality Alert has been extended for King, Kitsap, Pierce, Snohomish, Mason, Grays Harbor, and Thurston Counties through 8am Friday, August 7 due to wildfire smoke from regional fires. Air quality is MODERATE to UNHEALTHY for most of the area and is expected to gradually improve Thursday and overnight. Improvement in the Cascades will lag behind, and parts may remain UNHEALTHY FOR SENSITIVE GROUPS through Friday mid-day. When the air quality is UNHEALTHY FOR SENSITIVE GROUPS, individuals with health concerns and pre-existing conditions should reduce exposure and take precautions. At UNHEALTHY air quality, all individuals should take precautions to reduce exposure. This means limiting time outside, avoiding strenuous outdoor activity, and following tips for cleaner indoor air. Visit pscleanair.gov for current conditions, updates, and more information.
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