CRESA (Clark Regional Emergency Services Agency)

06/13/2026

When it’s very hot, especially over several days, our bodies may not be able to properly cool. That’s when heat illness can happen.

Know the signs of heat stroke and heat exhaustion and what to do if you or someone around you has these symptoms.

Learn more on our website: https://clark.wa.gov/public-health/hot-weather-safety

06/13/2026

The State Emergency Operations Center activated Friday to provide coordination and monitoring during the World Cup matches in Seattle. Partners from multiple state and federal agencies will be here in the coming weeks to provide assistance to local jurisdictions across the state. For more information and how to register for emergency alerts, visit https://wa.gov/worldcup.

06/13/2026

With summer just days away, it's important to stay cool and hydrated all summer long. When extreme heat hits, anyone can ride c-TRAN buses for free to cooling shelters across Clark County. Check out this flyer for more information or visit cityofvancouver.us/extreme-heat-hot-weather/.

06/13/2026

Locations of Cooling Centers in Clark County WA

06/12/2026

As temperatures climb into the 90s and near 100°F during this week's heat event, many people will head to local rivers and lakes to cool off.

Remember: Pacific Northwest waters remain dangerously cold, even on the hottest days. Cold water shock can occur within seconds, causing involuntary gasping and loss of muscle control.

Wear a life jacket, enter the water slowly, never swim alone, and check conditions before you go.

Stay weather aware. Stay water safe.

06/12/2026

🌡️ An Extreme Heat Warning & Heat Advisory have been issued from Sunday, June 14th through Tuesday, June 16th.

UPDATE: Heat Advisory now includes the coast on Sunday, June 14th.

🌡️ An Extreme Heat Warning & Heat Advisory have been issued from Sunday, June 14th through Tuesday, June 16th.

Daytime temperatures from 92°F to 100°F with overnight lows of 63°F to 67°F are expected to impact the majority of the Willamette Valley from Sunday, June 14th through Tuesday June 16th, 2026.

The Extreme Heat Warning is for the Greater Portland-Vancouver Metro, Western Columbia River Gorge, and Chehalem Mountains.

The Heat Advisory is for all locations except for the Cascades, the Greater Portland-Vancouver, and Western Columbia River Gorge.

Now is the time to prepare for hot temperatures!

🧢 Have sunscreen & light-colored, loose-fitted clothing
🥵 Avoid strenuous outdoor activities during the hottest part of the day if possible
💨 Find locations with air conditioning
⚠️ Beware of cold water shock: wear a life jacket when swimming in local rivers and lakes

06/05/2026

Today we're recognizing the heroic work of the Volcano Rescue Team (VRT) ⛑️ who responded to MULTIPLE incidents on Mount St. Helens last week:

• Three separate rescues involved climbers who ended up off-route after following glissade chutes and required technical assistance.
• One medical evacuation was needed for a climber who suffered a lower extremity injury while on the climbing route.

Two incidents occurred within just an hour of each other but fortunately BOTH of these groups were equipped with emergency signaling devices, aiding coordination of the rescue missions. Thanks to the VRT, all climbers were safely located, evacuated, and returned home.

The VRT remind folks preparing for a climb to:

• Carry the Ten Essentials
• Use mapping and satellite communication devices
• Plan your route and know your turnaround time
• Stay hydrated and maintain proper nutrition
• Sign the climber registration log
• Let friends or family know your itinerary and expected return time

If you become lost or disoriented, stay where you are. Remaining in place greatly improves VRT's ability to locate and assist you quickly. Take a look at their list of Mount St. Helen's Climbing Essentials before you head out: volcanorescueteam.org/mount-st-helens.

With that in mind, here's what the 🌨️ FORECAST 🌨️ has in store:

Friday 6/5: Light rain and snow moving in by mid-day. Summit high of 26 F with 20 mph winds. Clouds and fog likely to make for low visibility throughout the day.

Saturday 6/6: Rain lower on the mountain transitioning to snow at higher elevations (current forecasts call for 2-10" of snow on the upper mountain). Summit high of 20 F with 20mph winds and wind chill in the single digits. Clouds and fog likely present throughout the day; expect ice on the upper mountain.

Sunday 6/7: Yesterday's storm is anticipated to abate and bring milder conditions, but it may leave the upper mountain icy/snow covered. A partly sunny day is forecast with a summit high around 38 F and winds under 20 mph. Winds may pick up in the evening increasing to 30 mph and fresh snow (possibly up to 6") is forecast late in the day.

Monday 6/9 into next week: Rain, snow, colder temperatures, fog, and windy conditions are projected from Monday into mid-week. With the potential for another 8" of snow by Tuesday morning.

Photo courtesy of MSHI Volunteer Andy Goodwin.

06/04/2026

Have you met AVA? 👋

When you call CRESA's 311 non-emergency line, you'll now be greeted by our new AI-powered assistant — and she's here to make your experience faster and easier.

AVA lets you speak naturally, in your own words, in more than 45 languages. No long waits for non-emergency calls to be answered.

And don't worry — AVA knows her limits. The moment a caller describes an emergency or urgent situation, the call goes straight to a live telecommunicator, along with everything already shared, so you never have to repeat yourself.

By handling routine non-emergency calls, AVA helps server our community better and frees up our telecommunicators to stay focused on what matters most — answering your 911 calls and coordinating emergency response when every second counts. ❤️

06/04/2026