Rising Temperatures Implicated in Series of Fatalities Across Three Oregon Counties
Portland, Oregon — A recent heat wave sweeping through Oregon is suspected to have caused several deaths, with authorities investigating multiple cases across Clackamas, Multnomah, and Coos counties. Local officials reported these fatalities occurred over the past few days and underscore an urgent public health issue as temperatures continue to soar. In Clackamas County, a death linked to the heat was confirmed on Saturday, July 6, emphasizing the severity of the current weather conditions. Multnomah …