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A mild Portland weekend will bring highs near 80, then a warming trend next week may push inland spots toward the 90s while agencies flag elevated inland fire risk.
A wind-driven wildfire near East Evans Creek Road prompted Level 3 evacuations for parts of Jackson County; multiple agencies are on scene. Residents should monitor county alerts and maps.
OHA issued a recreational advisory for Pettit Reservoir after tests detected elevated microcystin. The agency warns against swimming and high‑spray boating; children and pets face higher risk.
Sunny and seasonable Friday with a high near 82°F. Warming into the mid‑80s and near‑90s early next week.
Sunny and dry today with highs near 82°F. A mid‑month warm‑up could push inland highs into the upper‑80s early next week.
Clear morning gives way to a hot afternoon — inland highs near 89°F. County cooling centers are available for relief.
Cool morning gives way to highs near 84°F today; Monday could reach the upper 80s with a localized heat risk. Small Craft Advisories linger offshore.
Sunny returns to Portland with highs near 81°F today; pockets of 90°F are possible Monday along the I‑5 corridor. Check cooling centers and river safety tips.
Oregon Health Authority says cyanotoxins at Agency Lake exceed safe recreational levels; children and pets are at higher risk. Officials advise avoiding spray-generating water activities.
Cloudy Friday clears into sunshine and highs near 806F ahead of Fourth of July; Small Craft Advisories hit coastal waters SaturdaySunday.
Morning clouds give way to a warm, sunny stretch — highs near 75°F today and low 80s into the Fourth of July. Coast stays cool; Gorge gusts possible.
Cool, cloudy start in Portland with a high near 69°F today. Inland valleys warm into the low‑mid 80s for July 4.
A fast-moving wildfire on Lyle Hill forced Level 2 and Level 3 evacuations as aircraft and crews raced to defend the town. Shelters and road closures were put in place while officials monitored conditions.
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