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Portland Faces Heat Emergency: Cooling Centers Open

8/24/2025

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An extreme heat warning in the Portland area forecasts temperatures up to 102 degrees, leading to more emergency calls and hospital visits.
Multnomah County has declared a state of emergency, opening cooling centers and extending library hours for public relief.
Six of 16 heat-related emergency visits involved Hood to Coast participants, indicating risks for even trained athletes.
Residents are advised to stay hydrated and find cooler places during the heat wave.

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An extreme heat warning in the Portland area forecasts temperatures up to 102 degrees, leading to more emergency calls and hospital visits.
Multnomah County has declared a state of emergency, opening cooling centers and extending library hours for public relief.
Six of 16 heat-related emergency visits involved Hood to Coast participants, indicating risks for even trained athletes.
Residents are advised to stay hydrated and find cooler places during the heat wave.