Just an update about the heat risk Tuesday, as high temperatures reach a range of 100-106 degrees🌡️ in the Columbia Basin and adjoining valleys. In addition the overnight low temperatures only recover to the upper 60s to low 70s, not providing a lot of relief.🥵 #wawx #orwx

Time for a water break! 💧 Stay hydrated, drink plenty of fluids, and don’t wait until you’re thirsty to drink. #Hydrate #DrinkWater

It was HOT across eastern Washington and northern Idaho today. The map below is only showing max temperatures of 100°+ 🥵 #heatwave #wawx #idwx

Monkeypox can spread from the time symptoms start until the rash has fully healed and a fresh layer of skin has formed. This can take several weeks. If you have monkeypox and you’re isolating at home, follow these suggestions: bit.ly/3ObFybZ.

There are a lot of active wildfires in WA & OR. Smoke from the WA state fires will be transported south in a northerly flow aloft, but heavy smoke is not expected to be widespread. For details on the current #airquality in your area, airnow.gov. #wawx #orwx

WWCDCH is investigating its first probable case of Monkeypox in Walla Walla County.

Walla Walla County has moved down from ‘MEDIUM’ to ‘LOW’ Covid-19 Community Level, categorized by the CDC.

Every year, we ask the community (adults 18+) to participate in a survey from CPWI to capture the community perception of youth drug use and mental health in #WallaWalla Survey English bit.ly/3qcOXGt Survey Spanish bit.ly/3pVlOzm

Join us Saturday, September 24 at 10:00 a.m. for the Veterans Stand Down and Resources Fair. The event is open to all veterans and is providing a variety of free resources and services. Pre-registration is highly recommended. #Standdown2022 bit.ly/WWStandDown2022

September is #SuicidePreventionMonth It's a time to remember those affected by suicide and raise awareness of resources available to those who need it most. #BeThe1To play a role in suicide prevention.

In early August, #WWCDCH was notified that blue-green algae was discovered at McNary National Wildlife Refuge in sloughs 3 and 4. Repeat testing continues to show elevated levels, and this area will remain closed.

The Air Quality Index for the Walla Walla area has now moved to the Red Category - Unhealthy. Smoke forecasts anticipate these conditions for the next several days.

October is National Disability Employment Awareness Month! Learn more at dol.gov/NDEAM #NDEAM

How are you observing National Disability Employment Awareness Month? #NDEAM dol.gov/NDEAM

Recognizing the important role people with disabilities play in a diverse and inclusive American workforce, this year’s National Disability Awareness Month (#NDEAM) theme is “Disability: Part of the Equity Equation.” Learn more at dol.gov/NDEAM

The warmest May on record coupled with an abnormally dry spring and early summer have prompted the Department of Ecology to issue a statewide drought advisory. Read more at ecology.wa.gov/About-us/Who-w…

❄️First Congregational Church of Walla Walla is offering a warming center this winter to those in need. The #WarmingCenter will be open on the following evening schedule. For more info, please visit dch.co.walla-walla.wa.us/news_detail_T2…

Feel Good Foods has issued a voluntary recall on its Gluten-Free Plain and Everything flavored Cream Cheese Stuffed Mini Bagels because they may contain undeclared gluten due to cross-contamination. Learn more fda.gov/safety/recalls…