Heat — Northern Oregon Coast, Oregon

2016-08-25 · Northern Oregon Coast, Oregon

Event narrative

Temperatures in the mid 80s to mid 90s lead to people seeking relief at local rivers, lakes, and beaches. One swimmer drowned at Siltcoos Lake south of Florence during this event.

Wider weather episode

Ridge of high pressure and offshore winds brought temperatures along the North Oregon Coast up into the mid 80s to mid 90s on August 25. Inland, temperatures on August 25-26 reached the upper 90s.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 654363. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.