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Heat Advisory
Issued: 8:37 PM Aug. 4, 2026 – National Weather Service
...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM WEDNESDAY TO 10 PM PDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Hot conditions with high temperatures up to 85 to 95 degrees expected and low temperatures from 55 to 58 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. 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: 6:11 PM Aug. 4, 2026 – National Weather Service
...AIR QUALITY ALERT IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM PDT THURSDAY... An Air Quality Alert for wildfire smoke has been issued by the following agencies: Puget Sound Clean Air Agency Olympic Region Clean Air Agency An Air Quality Alert has been issued for King, Kitsap, Pierce, Snohomish, Mason, Grays Harbor, and Thurston Counties through 5pm Thursday, August 6 due to wildfire smoke from regional fires. Air quality is expected to be UNHEALTHY FOR SENSITIVE GROUPS to UNHEALTHY for most of the area. 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 and orcaa.org/news-notices for current conditions, updates, and more information.
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