Excessive Heat — Central Columbia River Gorge, Washington

2021-06-26 to 2021-06-28 · Central Columbia River Gorge, Washington

Event narrative

Very hot temperatures. A Mesonet Weather Station near Underwood observed three consecutive days with temperatures above 105 degrees. This station reported a maximum temperature of 107 on June 26, 113 on June 27, and 115 on June 28. The minimum temperatures were in the lower 70s on June 27 and June 28.

Wider weather episode

A high pressure heat dome over the region led to stretch of extreme heat, shattering records from June 26 through June 29. Hot temperatures resulted in many people seeking locations to cool off in local rivers and beaches, which led to one drowning, as well as multiple people going to local hospitals for treatment of typical heat-related medical symptoms, including one reported death.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 970001. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.