Excessive Heat Warning issued this week
/We’ll be pushing the 110’s in some of the west side valleys Monday and Tuesday. Elsewhere, temperatures are expected to be relatively cooler with 90’s and spots of 100’s east of the Cascades. The coast is the place to be to escape the heat with highs in the mid 60’s. (Image: National Weather Service)
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MEDFORD, Ore. - This week will be extra hot for the Klamath Basin, and it’s not just because it is July. A ridge of high pressure has settled in above the Pacific Northwest causing Excessive Heat Warnings and Heat Advisories to be issued from Vancouver, British Columbia, Canada to Weed, California.
The Klamath Basin will see near record, triple-digit temperatures over the next many days. According to extremeweatherwatch.com the all-time record high for Klamath Falls in July is 103 degrees Feirnheight. This week Klamath Falls is forecast to flirt with the record all week and hit 103 twice on Tuesday and Friday.
Five day/night weather forecast for Klamath Falls, July 25-39 (National Weather Service)
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.
Regional Excessive Heat Warnings (pink) and Heat Advisories (orange) as of July 25(National Weather Service) [click for current map]
EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
452 AM PDT Mon Jul 25 2022
SISKIYOU MOUNTAINS
SOUTHERN OREGON CASCADES
KLAMATH BASIN
INCLUDING:
Howard Prairie, Siskiyou Summit, Altamont, Olene, Klamath Falls, and Midland.
AN EXCESSIVE HEAT WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 9 PM PDT SATURDAY
WHAT
Dangerously hot daily high temperatures between 95 and 105 degrees Fahrenheit for lower elevations and 85 to 95 degrees for mid elevations up to 6000 feet. Overnight lows will also be much warmer than normal, mostly in the upper 50s to mid 60s.
WHERE
The Siskiyou Mountains, southern Oregon Cascades, and the Upper Klamath Basin including Klamath Falls, Keno, Chiloquin, Dairy, Worden, Midland, Merrill, Olene, Bonanza, and Lorella.
WHEN
From 1 PM this afternoon to 9 PM PDT Saturday.
IMPACTS
Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
The duration of this heat wave will be particularly long and is likely to be a top 5 event in the climate record for duration. Take advantage of the cooler overnight and morning periods if you want to beat the heat.
HEAT ADVISORY
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
452 AM PDT Mon Jul 25 2022
Siskiyou County, Modoc County, Northern & Eastern Klamath County, Lake County
INCLUDING:
Newell, Tulelake, Dorris, Macdoel, Day, Lookout, Adin, Alturas, Canby, Davis Creek, Likely, Crescent, Gilchrist, Chemult, Adel, Lakeview, New Pine Creek, Valley Falls, and Fort Rock.
HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM TUESDAY TO 9 PM SATURDAY.
WHAT
Dangerously hot daily high temperatures between 90 and 100 degrees Fahrenheit for the valleys and 85 to 95 degrees for mid elevations up to 6000 feet. Overnight lows will also be warmer than normal, mainly in the mid 50s to mid 60s.
WHERE
In California, northeastern Siskiyou County including Macdoel and Dorris and all of Modoc County except the lakes and higher portions of the Warner Mountains.
In Oregon, Klamath County and Lake County including all areas except the higher mountains and lakes.
WHEN
From 2 PM Tuesday to 9 PM PDT Saturday.
IMPACTS
Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses to occur.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
The duration of this heat wave will be particularly long and is likely to be a top 5 event in the climate record for duration. Take advantage of the cooler overnight and morning periods if you want to beat the heat.
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