https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2021/jun/28/portland-seattle-heatwave-heat-dome-temperatures

Portland and Seattle are among cities grappling with 100F-plus days in a typically moderate climate

Hallie Goldenin SeattleTue 29 Jun 2021 01.00 EDT

The Pacific north-west, known for its moderate climate, is experiencinga recordheatwave. The temperatures have driven crowds to the region’s beaches, pools and air-conditioned hotels, as residents in a region with few air-conditioned households try desperately to get some relief.

Here’s what you need to know:

What’s going on?

A heatwave has engulfedthe region, with both Portland and Seattle breaking record high temperatures (Portland hit 112F, while Seattle hit 104F) over the weekend. Seattle has reached 100F for three consecutive days – a first for the typically overcast city. Washington state surpassed its all-time high for June, with at least one part of the state reaching 115F on…