Excessive Heat — Western Columbia Gorge, Washington

2021-06-26 to 2021-06-28 · Western Columbia Gorge, Washington

Event narrative

Very hot temperatures. There were three consecutive days with maximum temperatures above 100 degrees. Maximum temperatures peaked around 108 degrees on June 27, and 112 degrees on June 28. The minimum temperatures were in the mid 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 970002. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.