June 24, 2022 4:40 a.m.

A Heat Advisory is in effect from 11:00 a.m. Saturday through Monday night at 11:00 p.m. for central Douglas County and much of western Oregon.

Forecasters at the National Weather Service said hot afternoon temperatures between 95 degrees and 105 degrees in the valleys and 85 degrees to 95 degrees at usually cooler hilly locations are expected. Overnight lows will also be unusually warm, generally in the 60s.

Forecasters said hot temperatures may cause heat related illnesses to occur.

The hottest day of this heat wave is expected to be Sunday. Temperatures are slated to cool slightly on Monday. The heat wave is likely to feel unusually hot to most residents due to recent fairly cool temperatures.

Stay with News Radio 93-9 FM and 1240 KQEN and check www.541radio.com for updates on the hot weather.