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Heat Advisory — Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Washington, WA
Issued
Expires
1:00 AM CDT · Wed, Jun 24 2026
Issuing Office
NWS KPDT

Affected Areas

Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Washington, WA

Official Bulletin

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WWUS76 KPDT 231716
NPWPDT

URGENT - WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Pendleton OR
1016 AM PDT Tue Jun 23 2026

ORZ041-WAZ024-240600-
/O.CON.KPDT.HT.Y.0002.000000T0000Z-260624T0600Z/
Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon-Eastern Columbia River
Gorge of Washington-
Including the cities of White Salmon, Arlington, and The Dalles
1016 AM PDT Tue Jun 23 2026

...HEAT ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

* WHAT...Hot conditions with afternoon high temperatures up to 97
  degrees. This will pose a moderate risk of heat-related illness.

* WHERE...Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon and Washington.

* WHEN...Until 11 PM PDT this evening.

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

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.

For sheltering information and other human services in your area,
dial 2 1 1 during business hours or visit 211info.org for Oregon or
wa211.org for Washington anytime.

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