Heat Advisory

Full Alert Message

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Medford OR 226 PM PDT Thu Aug 6 2026 ...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT FRIDAY... * WHAT...Hot temperatures of 100 to 105 degrees, possibly up to 110 degrees in the Klamath River Valley, are expected with low temperatures in the mid to upper 60s. * WHERE...Rogue, Illinois, Applegate and Shasta Valleys. * WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT Friday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures will lead to a moderate risk of heat illnesses, especially for those without adequate cooling methods. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...A major risk of heat related illnesses is possible this evening. This level of heat will impact anyone without cooling methods. Periods of smoke could limit the ability to open windows for cooler air at night. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. 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.