Seattle, WA
Seattle-area residents seek reprieve from 90-degree heatwave
Heatwave takes hold of Puget Sound region
From the lake shore to the shade — it’s all about seeking reprieve from that summer heat in the greater Seattle area.
TACOMA, Wash. – Across the Puget Sound, people are seeing the comforts of air conditioning, shade, and plenty of water. This, as temperatures are expected to increase through Monday, peaking in the mid-to-low 90’s.
From the lakeshore to the shade — it’s all about seeking reprieve from that summer heat.
“We’re just carrying water bottles wherever we go,” said Mark Manual.
Along Lake Union on Saturday, crowds flocked to be near the water to escape the 80+ degree heat.
Mark’s brother, Alan, had sweat dripping down his face.
“I would say it is pretty hot,” he said.
Down I-5 in Tacoma, the Grit City was experiencing even warmer temperatures.
“Oh, it’s hot,” exclaimed 13-year-old Davaun Noble. “I go into the splash pad. It’s great!”
Noble and his mom told FOX 13 the splash pad at Wright Park is the place to be.
“The best place is where the water pours down,” said Noble.
Families agree, the Wright Sprayground offers plenty of water to cool down even the most active and heated kids.
“It feels like it’s over 100 degrees,” said parent Taleaya Elezer. “Having this, it’s great. There’s plenty for the kids to do.”
Elezer told FOX 13 when you’re talking extreme temperatures, it’s all about staying safe.
“Stay cool, be in the AC,” she said. “We’re also going to lakes and going to spray parks.”
Health experts are also warning people of risks along with tips to ensure safety when dealing with prolonged heat exposure:
Avoid overexertion & stay hydrated
- Heat stroke can occur even during moderate heat
Never leave people or pets in vehicles
- Hot car deaths can occur year-round
Assist those who are at higher risk
- Check on neighbors and family members at risk of heat-related illness, especially children, pregnant people and older adults
Another relief, staying out of the sun altogether with a scoop or two of gelato.
“I think it’s a little psychological as well,” said Jennifer Al-Abboud, co-owner of Medzo Gelato Bar. “It’s comforting, right cool refreshing. It’s what we associate with hot weather!”
Al-Abboud and customers alike agree, nothing cools you down better than a sweet treat paired with plenty of water.
“Indulging is cooling and refreshing for sure!” she said.
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Cummings, 22, was a seventh-round pick out of Campbell University in 2023. He’s outside of Seattle’s top 30 prospects, according to MLB Pipeline.
In 25 starts with High-A Everett this season, Cummings went 4-5 with a 4.17 ERA, 1.41 WHIP and 124 strikeouts over 116 2/3 inning pitched. Opponents batted .263 off the right-hander.
Smith, 20, is now the No. 9 prospect and Hopkins, 22, the No. 12 prospect in the Rays’ organization.
The Mariners made the deal for Arozarena, a 2023 All-Star selection, with hopes he’d help spark a struggling offense that played a major factor in the team squandering a 10-game lead in the American League West. However, Seattle still fell short of the playoffs at 85-77 and finished one game behind the Kansas City Royals and Detroit Tigers for the second and third wild card berths.
In 54 games after the trade to Seattle, Arozarena slashed .231/.356/.377 with 14 doubles, five home runs, 23 RBIs, four stolen bases, 28 walks and 68 strikeouts.
Arozarena is under club control through the 2026 season.
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