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Special Weather Statement
Issued: 6:32 PM Jul. 15, 2025 – National Weather Service
...ELEVATED FIRE CONCERNS FOR AREAS WITHIN THE WILLAMETTE VALLEY AND WESTERN COLUMBIA RIVER GORGE THROUGH THIS EVENING... Breezy winds, low relative humidities along with dry grasses and shrubs are resulting in favorable conditions for fire spread through this evening. The areas of highest concern are within the Willamette Valley and the Western Columbia River Gorge. The strongest winds and lowest relative humidities are likely to occur within the Southern and Central Willamette Valley. Please limit activities that could result in stray sparks or fires.
Heat Advisory
Issued: 10:21 AM Jul. 15, 2025 – National Weather Service
...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM NOON TODAY TO 10 PM PDT WEDNESDAY... * WHAT...Temperatures up to 92 to 100 expected. * WHERE...Greater Portland/Vancouver Metro, Western and Central Columbia River Gorge, the Corbett area and the Hood River Valley, Central and Southern Willamette Valley, and Lower Columbia River and Cowlitz River Valleys. * WHEN...From noon today to 10 PM PDT Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The hottest day will be Wednesday, with a 50-80% chance of temperatures reaching 100 degrees Fahrenheit. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in a cool place during the heat of the day, stay out of the sunshine, and check up on relatives and neighbors. For those without air conditioning, use fans to keep air moving. Keeps windows closed during the day and open at night, unless air quality is degraded due to wildfire smoke. 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. 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. Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. &&
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