SNOHOMISH COUNTY, Wash., May 11, 2023—The National Weather Service has issued an Excessive Heat Watch for Snohomish County this Saturday, May 13, through Monday afternoon.
“Hot conditions with temperatures in the mid-80s to low-90s expected. This will pose a moderate, to localized major risk of heat-related illness,” the advisory states.
Very hot conditions are still on the way this weekend, with temperatures likely to reach the upper 80s to lower 90s Sunday & Monday. This will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related impacts. Most at risk are those without effective cooling or adequate hydration. #wawx pic.twitter.com/tyVLUHnqWc
— NWS Seattle (@NWSSeattle) May 11, 2023
The Excessive Heat Watch is in effect for portions of northwest and west central Washington including Snohomish County. For those who are sensitive to heat, this will pose a moderate to major risk of heat-related illnesses, especially those without effective cooling or adequate hydration.
The NWS is asking residents to monitor the latest forecasts, drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Remember that young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances but especially during warm or hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.
Also, NWS Seattle will provide an in-person SKYWARN Spotter Training Class in Marysville on May 31, 2023. This class is free and open to the public. Registration is required. For more information about the NWS Seattle SKYWARN Spotter program and other citizen science opportunities, visit our spotter page!
Learning Objectives:
- Severe storms & storm development
- How to identify storm features
- Severe weather safety & preparedness
- How to report severe weather to the NWS
Registration Information
- Email: preparedness@marysvillewa.gov
- Phone: 360-363-8718
Event Information
- May 31, 2023
- 6:00 – 8:00 PM
- Marysville Community Center – Delta Room
1015 State Ave
Marysville, WA 98270
Author: Mario Lotmore
