07/31/2024 | Press release | Distributed by Public on 07/31/2024 15:31
The National Weather Service has issued a heat advisory for parts of the Willamette Valley, including Eugene. Temperatures may exceed 100 degrees. Community members are encouraged to stay hydrated with water when the temperature is so high. All water fountains and splash pads in Eugene are turned on for summer. Splash pads are on seven days a week, including holidays, from 10 a.m.-7 p.m. at:
Amazon Pool is open every day for drop-in lap swims, Rec swims and parent/child swims. A complete schedule is available on the Amazon Pool webpage. Echo Hollow Pool also has drop-in lap swims and Rec swims every day but is closed Sundays. A complete schedule is available on the Echo Hollow Pool webpage. Sheldon Pool has drop-in lap swims and Rec swims every day but is closed Saturdays. A complete schedule is available on the Sheldon Pool webpage.
Cooling Centers
Community Centers are open for regular hours:
With a great number of people seeking relief at one of Lane County's many waterways, our Lane County first responders would like to urge community members to use extreme caution when recreating. Use a life jacket and beware that many bodies of water remain cold despite the hot temperatures. If boating or swimming also beware of submerged hazards.
Human heatstroke symptoms can include: high body temperature, a fast, strong pulse, headache, dizziness, nausea, confusion and loss of consciousness. If you notice someone experiencing these symptoms, call 911 right away - heatstroke is a medical emergency. The Centers for Disease Control and Prevention offer tips for preventing heat stroke-related illness. City staff may be seen taking breaks in shaded areas or air-conditioned vehicles following guidance to prevent heat-related illnesses. An FAQ about Extreme Heat and Public Health is available from Lane County.
Pet Safety
Animal heatstroke symptoms can include: restlessness, excessive thirst, heavy panting, lethargy, lack of appetite, dark tongue, vomiting, and lack of coordination. If your animal is overcome by heat exhaustion, consult your veterinarian right away. If you notice an animal in distress or unresponsive in a parked car, first try and locate the pet's owner and alert him or her to the animal's condition. If you cannot find the animal's owner, call 911.
If you notice an animal in distress or unresponsive in a parked car, call 911. If an animal is not in distress and it is quicker to locate the owner you may consider that in addition to calling for help.
Additional information about pet safety in hot conditions is available from the Humane Society of the United States.
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