Your Monday evening update on Salem news
Good evening, Salem.
Temperatures are still climbing this afternoon, with the National Weather Service predicting a high of 106 degrees expected around 6 p.m. Tonight’s expected low of 71 degrees won’t provide much relief. You can see the full forecast here.
Our list of cooling shelters below gives some options for relief during the day and evening, and our team is keeping an eye out for impacts from the heat wave, from workplace safety to homeless outreach. If you spot something we should be aware of, please reach out to Managing Editor Rachel Alexander at [email protected].
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An excessive heat warning is in effect through Sunday in the Salem area. Here’s where you can access some air conditioning and hydration.
14 Aug 2023
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An excessive heat warning is in effect through Sunday in the Salem area. Here’s where you can access some air conditioning and hydration.
14 Aug 2023
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Police are investigating the death of an 81-year-old Salem man who was struck and killed on Saturday, Aug. 12, by a freight truck.
13 Aug 2023
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Police are investigating the death of an 81-year-old Salem man who was struck and killed on Saturday, Aug. 12, by a freight truck.
13 Aug 2023
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Hundreds of people flocked to the Englewood Forest Festival over the weekend to learn about native plants, score free books and enjoy the shade of fir trees.
14 Aug 2023
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Hundreds of people flocked to the Englewood Forest Festival over the weekend to learn about native plants, score free books and enjoy the shade of fir trees.
14 Aug 2023
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