Extreme Heat Warning

Locations Affected

Medford, OR ∙ Placer, OR ∙ Klamath National Forest, CA ∙ Black Fox Mountain, CA ∙ Ruch, OR ∙ Klamath River, CA ∙ Cave Junction, OR ∙ Talent, OR ∙ Montague Siskiyou Airport, CA ∙ Redwood, OR

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Medford OR 1224 PM PDT Wed Aug 20 2025 ...EXTREME HEAT WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM FRIDAY TO 8 PM PDT MONDAY... * WHAT...Dangerously hot temperatures near 100 to upwards of 110 degrees. * WHERE...In California, most of Siskiyou County. In Oregon, Eastern Curry County and Josephine County, Jackson County, and Siskiyou Mountains and Southern Oregon Cascades. * WHEN...From 1 PM Friday to 8 PM PDT Monday. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Stay cool, stay hydrated, stay informed. Drink plenty of fluids and check up on relatives and neighbors. Do not leave young children and pets in unattended vehicles. Car interiors will reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes. 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.

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