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ALT This graphic displays a special weather statement plotted on a map. The statement is in effect until 7:30 PM PDT. The statement includes Salem OR, Keizer OR and Woodburn OR. A STRONG THUNDERSTORM WILL IMPACT EAST CENTRAL POLK, WEST CENTRAL CLACKAMAS, SOUTHEASTERN YAMHILL and NORTHWESTERN MARION AND SOUTHEASTERN WASHINGTON COUNTIES THROUGH 730 PM PDT. The threats associated with this storm are wind gusts up to 40 MPH and pea sized hail. Seek shelter in a sturdy structure until the storm passes.
ALT Image of dogs in halloween costumes trick or treating. Text says "happy howl-oween. Rain will fall all day today with minimal breaks. 15-20% chance of thunderstorms. Heavy snow in the Cascades including the passes. Breezy southerly winds with gusts up to 30 mph.
ALT A graphic showing "Lightning Dos and Don'ts.” Do go inside when you hear thunder or see lightning; find a sturdy house; building, car with a roof; stay indoors for at least 30 minutes after you last hear thunder. Don't retreat to dugouts, sheds pavilions, picnic shelters or other small structures; don't use or touch electronics, outlets, corded phones or windows; don't go under or near tall trees, swim or be near water; don't stand near metal objects.
ALT Heat-related illness can happen inside or outside in as little as 10 to 15 minutes. It’s important to know the difference between heat exhaustion, which is treatable by finding a cooler location and drinking water, and heat stroke, which requires emergency medical attention.
ALT An image of the partial eclipse from the National Weather Service Portland, OR office.