Thursday, August 4th Morning Weather

...HEAT ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 11 AM WEDNESDAY TO 11 PM PDT
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...High temperatures of 100 to 110 degrees expected.

* WHERE...In California, the valleys of western and central
Siskiyou County. In Oregon, far eastern Curry County and
portions of Josephine and Jackson Counties. This includes the
Illinois, Applegate, Rogue, Shasta and Klamath River Valley and
the communities of Medford, Grants Pass, Cave Junction, Ruch,
Yreka, Happy Camp, Shady Cove and Ashland.

* WHEN...From 11 AM Wednesday to 11 PM PDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses to occur.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Overnight temperatures will be warm as well
during this time period, and may limit relief from the daytime
heat. Cloud cover from anticipated showers/thunderstorms may limit
how warm temperatures get during the day and how cool they get
during the overnight hours. Temperatures will lower by a few
degrees Thursday, but will still be hot.

* View the hazard area in detail at
https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr

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. 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.

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