Heat Waves Are Now a Deadly Reality | Portland News

A deadly 2021 heat wave killed 69 in Multnomah County, forcing a reckoning: extreme heat is no longer a summer nuisance but a life-threatening emergency. Since then, the region has seen annual heat warnings and 14 heat-related deaths, with vulnerable populations—especially older men living alone—bearing the brunt. Cooling centers and libraries offer refuge, but lawmakers are pushing for systemic change, like mandating AC in rentals. The message? Treat heat like any other disaster—and make a plan to stay safe. Listen in comfort:Get a discount on a Soli Pillow: http://solipillow.com/discount/dnn. Advertise on DNN:[email protected] This is an automated, high-level news summary based on public reporting.Report issues to [email protected]. View sources & latest updates:https://sources.thednn.ai/43563e4ca6a37661