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PORTLAND, Ore. (KTVZ) — We are on track to break high temperature records in Oregon and SW Washington over the next couple of days. This creates a health risk for vulnerable populations and should be taken seriously.

Extreme heat is deadly and kills more people than any other weather event. In addition to that, the climate crisis is making extreme heat events more frequent, more severe, and last longer.

The American Red Cross recommends taking four steps to stay safe in extreme heat: 

• Slow down by postponing or limiting outdoor activities. If you must work outdoors, take frequent breaks, and avoid the hottest part of the day. Never leave children or pets in your vehicle alone.
• Stay hydrated by drinking plenty of water and avoiding sugary, caffeinated, and alcoholic drinks. Check that animals also have access to fresh water and shade.
• Spend time indoors in an air-conditioned place. If you don’t have air conditioning, go to a public library, shopping mall or public cooling center. Check on loved ones and neighbors who may be at risk and don’t have air conditioning.
• Organize supplies in a Go Kit or Stay-at-Home Kit.  In the event of a power outage, have supplies including batteries and chargers for your devices like flashlights, cell phones, CPAP machines, wheelchairs, etc. Have fresh water, nonperishable foods, and medications on hand. 

Learn more extreme weather tips HERE.

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Red Cross Emergency App HERE

The all-inclusive Emergency App combines more than 35 emergency alerts to help keep the user safe including information about what to do in case of floods, thunderstorms, hurricanes, earthquakes, tornadoes, wildfires and more. The emergency alerts are available for the user’s location and to monitor where friends and family live. A single map provides open Red Cross shelter locations and weather information. Download HERE.

About the American Red Cross:

The American Red Cross shelters, feeds, and provides comfort to victims of disasters; supplies about 40% of the nation’s blood, including 65 hospitals in the Northwest; teaches skills that save lives; distributes international humanitarian aid; and supports veterans, military members, and their families. The Red Cross is a nonprofit organization that depends on volunteers and the generosity of the American public to deliver its mission. For more information, please visit www.redcross.org or www.CruzRojaAmericana.org or follow us on social media. 

EUGENE- Since arriving at Oregon, Dan Lanning has put his foot on the gas and appears not to be taking it off anytime soon.

During the off-season, Lanning and his staff compiled some of the nation’s top recruiting classes. The University of Oregon’s football program ranks third overall in class of 2024 commits (No. 1 in Big Ten) and fifth overall in 2025 recruits (No. 2 in Big Ten).

Most of Oregon’s 2024 class are already in Eugene, preparing for their first collegiate football season in arguably the nation’s most competitive conference: The Big Ten. Out of Oregon’s 27 incoming freshmen, 22 are four-stars. Many of these highly touted commits arrived in the spring and competed in Oregon’s Spring Game, where they got the opportunity to showcase their skills.  

Freshman Aaron Flowers, a defensive back from Forney, Texas, had four tackles during the spring game and a diving interception. Another freshman, Dakoda Fields, returned an interception 54 yards.  

“It’s really hard to be able to come in and compete, especially as a freshman in this defense and what we ask these guys to do,” Lanning said. “There’s a lot they have to absorb, and sometimes days like today are awesome days to see those guys go out there and play fast. Dakoda (Fields) had a big play. Aaron (Flowers) had some big tackles. We’ve signed good football players and it’s our job to continue to develop them; but, excited about their growth.”  

Other notable freshmen from the class of 2024 include Elijah Rushing (five-star edge), Aydin Breland (four-star defensive lineman), and Jeremiah McClellan (four-star wide receiver).   

Oregon’s talented future roster continues with the class of 2025, a commitment class that has grown throughout the offseason. On Wednesday, Dakorien Moore, a five-star wide receiver from Duncanville, Texas, committed to Oregon. Moore is the nation’s No. 1 wide receiver.  

“I’ve always wanted to be different. I’ve always wanted to take my own path,” Moore said following his commitment. “I choose the path to be different and build a legacy.”   

Like Moore, Lanning also chose the path to build a legacy, and that is exactly what he is doing at the University of Oregon. Unlike other football powerhouses such as Alabama and Ohio State, Oregon has yet to win a national championship. Lanning is on a mission to change that. The Ducks are a top contender to win the national championship this coming season.  

With Moore’s recent commitment, Oregon has tied its record for the most five-star recruits in one class: Dakorien Moore, Dallas Wilson, and Dorien Brew. The Ducks are also a top contender for several other five-star prospects, giving Lanning the opportunity to break the program’s record.  

As the off-season continues and recruiting battles between the nation’s top football programs continue, one thing is certain: Oregon is a legitimate football recruiting giant.

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