Bellingham, WA Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM WEDNESDAY TO 10 PM PDT
THURSDAY...

* 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...From 10 AM Wednesday to 10 PM PDT Thursday.

* 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.

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...AIR QUALITY ALERT IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM PDT THURSDAY...

An Air Quality Alert for wildfire smoke has been issued by the
following agencies:

Northwest Clean Air Agency

An Air Quality Alert has been issued for Whatcom and Skagit Counties
through Thursday August 6 at 5pm due to current and expected wildfire
smoke from regional fires. Degraded air quality is expected in Skagit
County from Hamilton eastward and in Whatcom from Deming eastward.
Particulate matter (PM2.5) concentrations may reach Unhealthy levels
in the easter portions of Skagit and Whatcom Counties. When air
quality is Unhealthy, everyone should reduce exposure. Limit time
outside, avoid strenuous outdoor activity, and follow tips for
cleaner indoor air.