NATIONAL WEATHER SERVICE: EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH FROM SUNDAY THROUGH MONDAY EVENING

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URGENT – WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Portland OR
327 AM PDT Sat Aug 12 2023
North Oregon Coast-Central Oregon Coast-Willapa Hills-
South Washington Coast-
Including the cities of Astoria, Cannon Beach, Tillamook, Netarts, Pacific City, Lincoln City, Newport, Cape Foulweather, Yachats, Florence, Willapa, Frances, Elk Mountain, Ryderwood, Raymond, Long Beach, Ocean Park, Naselle, Cathlamet, and Cape Disappointment
…EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH SUNDAY EVENING…
…EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH MONDAY EVENING…
* WHAT…Dangerously hot conditions possible, with afternoon temperatures into the upper 80s to lower 90s.
* WHERE…In Oregon, North Oregon Coast and Central Oregon Coast. In Washington, Willapa Hills and South Washington Coast.
* WHEN…Sunday afternoon through Sunday evening, and again late Monday morning through Monday evening.
* IMPACTS…Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this situation. Be prepared to 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. This is especially true during warm or hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

Nehalem Bay Fire & Rescue had this message for folks:
We have an Excessive Heat Watch in our area for the next few days. High temps will likely add to increased traffic to the coastal communities, so be patient, turn up the AC and find a good playlist.
In addition to practicing fire safety be sure that you are taking care of yourself by staying hydrated and limiting your time in the heat. If you are going to cool off in the water, know the tides, wear a life jacket and wear sunscreen!