July 28, 2022 4:10 a.m.

A Heat Advisory has been extended through Saturday night at 9:00 p.m. for central Douglas County.

Forecasters at the National Weather Service said continued high temperatures of 90 to 100 degrees are expected. Overnight lows will remain warmer, mainly between 60 and 65 degrees. Hot temperatures may cause heat related illnesses to occur.

An Urgent Weather Message from the NWS said residents should drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances.

Those working or spending time outside should take extra precautions. The Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air-conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location.

An Excessive Heat Warning remains in place for the eastern Douglas County foothills, south central Oregon Cascades, Rogue Valley and areas near the southern Oregon coast.

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