Due to expected high temperatures over 90 degrees this week, the National Weather Service has issued a Heat Advisory for Seattle.
Tuesday will see the start of the warming trend, which will last through Saturday. Extreme heat can make people sick and make preexisting illnesses worse.
Visit our Alert Seattle blog for the latest recent updates on cooling options for the week of July 25.
Mayor Bruce Harrell stated, “Residents in Seattle are feeling the effects of excessive heat and climate change.
As a City, we need to respond by assisting residents today and creating a more sustainable and resilient tomorrow.
“In the short term, that includes making sure there are safe places for people to go when it gets too hot and teaching neighbours about best practises and useful services.
We understand that not everyone is impacted by extreme weather and climate change, which is why equity and vulnerable neighbours must be at the forefront of our response both now and in the future.
The City of Seattle is collaborating with our regional partners to get ready for these extreme temperatures, which includes keeping an eye on the air quality and vital infrastructure as well as offering assistance to keep citizens cool.
In order to prevent heat illness in these harsh conditions, cooling centres will be spread out around the city, and outreach teams are on the ground working with our most vulnerable populations.
To receive notifications about high heat and information on how to protect yourself and your family, sign up with AlertSeattle.
Curry Mayer, director of the Office of Emergency Management, stated that extreme heat is a lethal hazard that Seattle will see more of as a result of climate change.
“We urge locals to take high heat seriously by being aware of the risk and becoming knowledgeable on how to save your loved ones, your neighbours, and yourself.
In order to protect residents from the risks of future high heat events, we will remain collaborating with local, state, and federal partners.
Visit our Alert Seattle blog for the most recent details on the cooling options available to locals for the week of July 25.