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Exactly one year since ‘heat dome,’ Portland remembers those lost
Sunday marked exactly a year since the first day of the “heat dome” in Multnomah County, when several days of excruciating temperatures killed dozens of people.

Americans connect extreme heat and climate change to their health, survey finds
A new NPR survey shows 11% of Americans have experienced extreme heat in the past five years and had health problems stemming from a lack of air conditioning at home.
Oregon governor: Heat death toll ‘absolutely unacceptable’
A Pacific Northwest heat wave has killed almost 100 people in Oregon alone, a number that state’s governor called “absolutely unacceptable.”
As Oregon Temperatures Break Records, So Do Heat-Related Injuries
The August heat set records in Portland and Salem. It was especially brutal for people who work outside.
2017 Hottest August On Record In Portland, Salem And It Ain't Over
The National Weather Service says last month was the hottest August on record for Portland and Salem.
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Extreme Heat Reverses Benefits Of Oregon’s Above-Average Snowpack
The benefits of an above-average snowpack measured in most locations statewide earlier this year have yet to be fully realized due to extreme heat.
Smoke Could Clear Willamette Valley This Weekend, But Don't Celebrate Yet
The National Weather Service says westerly winds could clear smoke Friday night into Saturday as temperatures dip below triple digits, but smoke is expected to return.

After Days Of Heat-Related Delays, TriMet Charges To Ride Again
Earlier this week the Portland-area transit agency waived fares because of delays caused by extreme heat. Trains are still slow today due to higher-than-normal temperatures, but you must pay to ride.

TriMet Again Waives Ticket Fees, But Heat Delays Still Likely
For the second day in a row, TriMet users can expect another day of free rides. The transit agency said it will again waive ticket charges Thursday but riders could see more delays.
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How Long Does It Take To Melt Portland's Favorite Ice Creams?
We visited three of Portland's favorite ice cream shops to find out whose single scoop would last the longest in record-breaking heat.