OPB

Extreme heat warning takes effect for much of Western Oregon

Multnomah County has declared a heat emergency as temperatures in the Willamette Valley and the Columbia River Gorge are expected to climb into the triple digits for several days. A misting tent is ...
OPB

Extreme heat warnings throughout Oregon, Southwest Washington prompt officials to open cooling centers

Triple-digit temps are expected along both sides of the Oregon Cascades, and stretching east to the John Day Basin and Blue Mountains. In response to the heat, several counties are opening cooling ...
Oregonian

Emergency calls in Multnomah County rise during heat wave

Amid a sweltering heat wave that set a record high temperature Friday at 102 degrees in the Portland area, the number of 911 calls and visits to nearby emergency departments are up. “The Portland ...
Statesman Journal

Heat wave lingers over the Pacific Northwest. When will temperatures cool in Oregon?

An excessive heat warning is in effect for much of Oregon's populated areas, including Portland, Salem, and Eugene. Temperatures are expected to reach the mid-90s, with nighttime temperatures ...
Business Insider

Oregon dropped its COVID-19 capacity limits at swimming pools and movie theaters to help people stay cool during a record-breaking heat wave

The Pacific Northwest is battling a heatwave. Portland recorded its hottest-ever day on Sunday. Balancing the threat of heat and COVID-19, capacity limits were dropped at pools, theaters, and malls.
Statesman Journal

Oregon extreme heat warning extended as temperatures could reach 100 for 3 days in a row

The extreme heat warning issued by the National Weather Service for northwest Oregon has been extended into Aug. 12 due to temperatures that will continue to threaten 100 degrees. Temperatures were ...