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Lower Columbia River; Tualatin Valley; West Hills and Chehalem Mountains; Inner Portland Metro; East Portland Metro; Outer Southeast Portland Metro; West Central Willamette Valley; East Central Willamette Valley; Benton County Lowlands; Linn County Lowlands; Lane County Lowlands; West Columbia River Gorge of Oregon above 500 ft; West Columbia River Gorge I-84 Corridor; Upper Hood River Valley; Central Columbia River Gorge I-84 Corridor; Clackamas County Cascade Foothills; Cascade Foothills of Marion and Linn Counties; Lane County Cascade Foothills; Cowlitz County Lowlands; North Clark County Lowlands; Inner Vancouver Metro; East Clark County Lowlands; South Washington Cascade Foothills; West Columbia River Gorge - SR 14; Central Columbia River Gorge - SR 14

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* WHAT...High temperatures between 92 and 97 degrees will produce widespread Moderate HeatRisk through this evening. The hottest temperatures are expected from the Portland/Vancouver Metro east through the Columbia Gorge to the Hood River Valley. * WHERE...Greater Portland/Vancouver Metro, Western and Central Columbia River Gorge, the Corbett area and the Hood River Valley, Central and Southern Willamette Valley, Foothills of the Northern and Central Oregon Cascades, Lower Columbia River and Cowlitz River Valleys, and South Washington Cascade Foothills. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Exposure to hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Moderate HeatRisk is the level of heat that affects most individuals sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration. Impacts are possible in some health systems and in heat-sensitive industries.

Instruction

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. 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. 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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Kittitas Valley; Lower Columbia Basin

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...BREEZY WINDS AND LOW HUMIDITY EXPECTED MONDAY AND TUESDAY... .Winds are expected to increase through the Kittitas Valley, Columbia River Gorge, and into the Columbia Basin starting Monday afternoon. This, combined with very low RHs due to the ongoing heat wave, will make for increased risks for wildfire spread, especially during the afternoon and early evening hours on Monday and Tuesday. The National Weather Service in Pendleton has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from 2 PM Monday to 8 PM PDT Tuesday. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 690 Kittitas Valley and 691 Lower Columbia Basin of Washington. * TIMING...From 2 PM Monday to 8 PM PDT Tuesday. * WINDS...West 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 12 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

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A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.

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Kittitas Valley; Lower Columbia Basin

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...BREEZY WINDS AND LOW HUMIDITY EXPECTED MONDAY AND TUESDAY... .Winds are expected to increase through the Kittitas Valley, Columbia River Gorge, and into the Columbia Basin starting Monday afternoon. This, combined with very low RHs due to the ongoing heat wave, will make for increased risks for wildfire spread, especially during the afternoon and early evening hours on Monday and Tuesday. The National Weather Service in Pendleton has issued a Red Flag Warning for wind and low relative humidity, which is in effect from 2 PM Monday to 8 PM PDT Tuesday. * AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 690 Kittitas Valley and 691 Lower Columbia Basin of Washington. * TIMING...From 2 PM Monday to 8 PM PDT Tuesday. * WINDS...West 15 to 20 mph with gusts up to 30 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 12 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

Instruction

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.

Areas

Lower Columbia River; Tualatin Valley; West Hills and Chehalem Mountains; Inner Portland Metro; East Portland Metro; Outer Southeast Portland Metro; West Central Willamette Valley; East Central Willamette Valley; Benton County Lowlands; Linn County Lowlands; Lane County Lowlands; West Columbia River Gorge of Oregon above 500 ft; West Columbia River Gorge I-84 Corridor; Upper Hood River Valley; Central Columbia River Gorge I-84 Corridor; Clackamas County Cascade Foothills; Cascade Foothills of Marion and Linn Counties; Lane County Cascade Foothills; Cowlitz County Lowlands; North Clark County Lowlands; Inner Vancouver Metro; East Clark County Lowlands; South Washington Cascade Foothills; West Columbia River Gorge - SR 14; Central Columbia River Gorge - SR 14

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* WHAT...High temperatures between 92 and 97 degrees will produce widespread Moderate HeatRisk through this evening. The hottest temperatures are expected from the Portland/Vancouver Metro east through the Columbia Gorge to the Hood River Valley. * WHERE...Greater Portland/Vancouver Metro, Western and Central Columbia River Gorge, the Corbett area and the Hood River Valley, Central and Southern Willamette Valley, Foothills of the Northern and Central Oregon Cascades, Lower Columbia River and Cowlitz River Valleys, and South Washington Cascade Foothills. * WHEN...Until 10 PM PDT this evening. * IMPACTS...Exposure to hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Moderate HeatRisk is the level of heat that affects most individuals sensitive to heat, especially those without effective cooling and/or adequate hydration. Impacts are possible in some health systems and in heat-sensitive industries.

Instruction

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. 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. 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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Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon; Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon; Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Washington; Kittitas Valley; Yakima Valley

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* WHAT...Hot conditions with temperatures up to 100 degrees expected. This will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon and Washington, Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon, Kittitas Valley, and Yakima Valley. * WHEN...Until 9 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses. 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...Hottest temperatures are expected to occur Monday afternoon.

Instruction

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 211info.org for Oregon or wa211.org for Washington anytime.