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8A | SATURDAY, JUNE 26 2021 | SIUSLAW NEWS Extreme caution advised as triple- digit temperatures expected Oregonians should take steps to pre- vent heat-related illnesses that can lead to heat exhaustion and heat stroke as sum- mer temperatures are expected to climb into triple digits in many parts of the state in the coming days — including Maple- ton — state public health officials say. “It’s critical that people do what they can to avoid the heat as temperatures get to the level where they can cause serious health problems,” said Richard Leman, public health physician at Oregon Health Authority. “Temperatures that get above 100 are nothing to take casually. These conditions can be extremely dangerous if we don’t take care of ourselves.” Many parts of Oregon are expected to reach record-breaking temperatures, with highs reaching dangerous levels over the weekend. Tips for staying safe and healthy during extreme heat conditions can be expressed as Stay Cool & Stay Hydrated: • Stay in air-conditioned places when temperatures are high, if possible. If you’re outside, find some shade. • Limit exposure to the sun from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. when UV rays are stron- Garden Club presents annual scholarship gest. Try to schedule activities in the morning and evening. • Avoid strenuous activity when it’s hot. This could lead to heat stroke. • Open windows to allow fresh air to circulate, especially during morning and evening hours, and close shades on west-facing windows during the after- noon hours. • Use portable electric fans to exhaust hot air from rooms or draw in cooler air. • Wear loose-fitting clothing to keep cool and protect your skin from the sun. • Use cool compresses, misting, and cool showers and baths. • Never leave infants, children, or pets in a parked car. They can suffer from heat-related illness. • Use sunscreen with at least SPF 15 when going outside. • Drink plenty of fluids, even if you are not thirsty and especially when working outside. Those who exercise in extreme heat or work outdoors are more likely to become dehydrated and get heat-related illness and should pay particular attention to staying as cool and hydrated as possible. T he Florence Garden Club is awarding post-secondary education scholarship money to graduating Siuslaw High School se- nior Andrea Osbon for her Environmental Sci- ences minor at Southern Oregon University. Since 1994, the Florence Garden Club has given more than $66,000 in scholarship awards to qualified students in Florence and Mapleton whose educational goals lead to a career in horticulture, forestry, biology or an environment-related field. “The Garden Club thanks the merchants and public who support our annual plant sale and raffle,” said scholarship committee chair- man Carol Jolley. “It’s community support and the dedication of Garden Club members that provide the money for these awards.” Osbon has received the $2,000 scholarship award. “Thank you so much for your scholarship and for honoring me,” she said. “I am very ex- cited to start my studies at SOU.” Windermere dedicates 37th annual Community Service Day to Florence Food Share After a year marked by social distancing, Winder- mere Real Estate is excit- ed to host its 37th annual Community Service Day and get back to safely volun- teering outdoors to support the neighborhoods where the company’s brokers live and work. Local real estate brokers from Florence put their own spin on Winder- mere’s Community Service Day by volunteering for the Florence Food Share and Garden on June 11. Windermere’s Commu- nity Service Day is a trea- sured tradition that brings brokers, managers, owners, and staff from its 300 offic- es across the Western Unit- ed States together to devote their workday to making positive changes in the neighborhoods they serve. On this year’s Communi- Windermere Real Estate/Lane County brokers volunteered for the Florence Food Share and its garden during the Community Service Day. ty Service Day, Windermere Real Estate/Lane County brokers volunteered for the Florence Food Share and its garden. Brokers spent the day tending the garden and harvesting food. Established in 1984, Windermere’s annual Com- munity Service Day has been recognized nationally as a model hands-on volun- teer program and has been adopted by other real estate companies and businesses around the coun- try. It is also a way to highlight local nonprofits and how a team can help out. Winder mere Real Estate is the largest regional real estate compa- ny in the Western U.S. with over 300 offices and 6,500 agents serving communi- ties in Arizona, California, Colorado, Hawaii, Idaho, Montana, Nevada, Oregon, Utah, Washington and Mex- ico. Last year, Windermere closed over 74,000 home sales for more than $40.6 billion in dollar volume. For more information, visit windermere.com. 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We provide rapid response, high quality rescue and medical equipment, and advanced training for our Emergency Medical Technicians, Paramedics, and Quick Response Teams to our community. What are your LifeMed dollars doing for you? • Providing pre-hospital care and ground transportation • Freedom from paperwork, claim forms, and insurance billing • Continuing education & current training for our Emergency Medical Service personnel and Quick Response Teams (QRT’s) • Low cost CPR and First Aid classes for the community and related public education materials • SafeKids Programs which include Bicycle Helmets for Children, Car Seat Clinics, Water Safety and more AUCTION #4 THURSDAY JULY 15TH 5:00PM – SUNDAY JULY 18THH 7:00PM CATEGORIES: Each weekend auction will have items auctioned from each category below: 1. ALL 2. DONATE 3. HOME & GARDEN 4. TRAVEL You can obtain brochure at the following locations: 5. ADVENTURE Peace Harbor Hospital Siuslaw Valley Fire & Rescue Offi ce For More Details and to Register for the Auction, Please go 6. THE ARTS McKenzie Care Associates Several of the PeaceHealth Buildings 7. FOOD & BEVERAGE to Our Website www.theflorencerotary.org 8. SPORTS 9. PERSONAL CARE & BEAUTY Renewal Applications are in the mail and can be dropped 10. GIFT CERTIFICATES off at one of two secure locations: 11. FASHION & ACCESSORIES • 2625 Highway 101 • 410 Ninth Street For Questions or an Application Call 541-997-9614 or Visit: WesternLaneAmbulance.com W Please tour our website www. http://www.theflorencerotary.org/ to learn more about the auction
