High temps on the way
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June 25, 2013 |
By Michael Meier
Boundary County Public Information Officer
The National Weather Service in Spokane has
issued a warning for high temperatures for the
region including Boundary County. Temperatures
are expected to rise quickly into the 90s within
the next three days and could reach 100 degrees
by Monday, July 1.
This local heat-wave is expected to last at
least through the Fourth of July weekend.
Boundary County Emergency Management would like
to remind travelers to carry water and do not
leave children or pets in automobiles during the
heat wave. Children and pets can sustain severe
medical conditions in minutes in high heat
situations when left in an unattended
automobile.
Elderly travelers are especially susceptible to
high temperatures and dehydration so please
assist those who need help.
If hiking or traveling the back country please
take extra precautions to hydrate and stay as
cool as possible.
All persons developing any adverse health
conditions due to the high temperatures should
contact emergency personnel immediately. |
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