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Shoshone Paiute Tribal Emergency Response Commission
Wednesday July 31st, 2024 :: 01:48 p.m. MDT

Alert

Excessive Heat Warning until 09:00PM Saturday

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with afternoon temperatures ranging from 104 to 109.

* WHERE...In valley locations across portions of southwest and west central Idaho and northeast and southeast Oregon.

* WHEN...From noon MDT /11 AM PDT/ Friday to 9 PM MDT /8 PM PDT/ Saturday.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or participating in outdoor activities.

* AFFECTED AREAS: LOWER TREASURE VALLEY ... UPPER TREASURE VALLEY ... UPPER WEISER RIVER ... HARNEY COUNTY ... BAKER COUNTY ... MALHEUR COUNTY ... OREGON LOWER TREASURE VALLEY

Instructions:

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.

Address/Location
Shoshone Paiute Tribal Emergency Response Commission
1935 Fire Lane
Owyhee, NV 89832

Contact
Emergency: 9-1-1
Non-emergencies: 775-757-2473

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Alert Details

Severity:
Severe - Significant threat to life or property
Urgency:
Expected - Responsive action SHOULD be taken soon (within next hour)
Certainty:
Likely (p > ~50%)
Category:
Meteorological (inc. flood)
Event:
Excessive Heat Warning

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