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Salem, Willamette Valley Wild Weather Gives Way to Heat

Temperatures in Salem and the mid-Willamette valley are expected to climb back into the 90's on Monday.

(SALEM, Ore. ) - Salem and most parts of Oregon, was greeted Sunday morning by thunderstorms, with lightning and booming thunder, that later in the day produced small hail and gusty winds, but has now worked it's way out of the state giving way to warmer temperatures again.

The thunderstorms did knockout some power in various locations of the state for a short time, and those visiting the Marion County Fair sought cover as the fast moving thunderstorms rolled through the mid-Willamette Valley.

Salem, Willamette Valley Greeted by Morning Thunderstorm

Another thunderstorm is possible this afternoon and evening in the valley, with gusty winds and small hail possible.

(SALEM, Ore. ) - A fast moving thunderstorm took Salem and the Willamette Valley by surprise Sunday morning, after days of clear blue skies and warm weather.

Reports into Salem-News.com said booming thunder, and lighting could be heard and seen from Salem, Silverton, Woodburn, McMinnville, and along the north Oregon Coast.

Fire Destroys Motorhome, Starts Grass Fire East of Salem

A nearby farm had to evacuate some animals from a barn during the blaze.

(AUMSVILLE, Ore. ) - A motorhome caught fire Saturday afternoon near the town of Aumsville, Ore. just east of Salem causing a nearby field to catch on fire as well.

Aumsville Fire tells Salem-News.com that once first units arrived on scene at 6858 Sherman Road SE, they quickly called in for a second alarm.

Salem, Willamette Valley Brace for Days of Hot, Dry Weather

Salem-News.com has tips and places you can go to protect or cool off you and your family during the heat wave.

(SALEM, Ore. ) - Temperatures in Salem and throughout the mid-Willamette Valley are expected to reach near 95, or above over the next seven days.

Salem area ice cream shops, movie theaters, and local swimming pools along with hotels and restaurants up and down the Oregon Coast, are expecting some "extra" people over the next few days looking to cool off from the valley heat.

Warm Weather Expected This Week for Salem, Willamette Valley

If you must be outdoors, try to limit your outdoor activity to morning and evening hours.

(SALEM, Ore. ) - Temperatures in Salem and throughout the mid-Willamette Valley are expected to reach near 90’s, or over, and with that news, here are some tips to protect you and your family from the heat, and some places you can go to cool off.

Willamette Valley, Oregon Coast Saturday Fireworks and Events

Police all over Oregon will be out in force again tonight looking for impaired drivers. Remember: When in doubt, get a ride!

(SALEM, Ore. ) - So if you missed out on any of the great fireworks displays on the 4th of July, never fear. There are plenty of events for the whole family on Saturday before fireworks displays light up the Saturday night skies in the Willamette Valley and the Oregon Coast.

Salem-Keizer Volcanoes - Fireworks after the game tonight against the Hillsboro Hops.

The Volcanoes continue their Patriotic Tribute series with game two versus the Hillsboro Hops. Salem-Keizer will send righty Nick Gonzalez (0-2, 3.94) to the mound to face Hops right-hander (1-0, 0.60). Tickets are still available for Saturday's contest with the gates opening at 5:00 p.m. in advance of a 6:35 p.m. scheduled start.

Salem Area Residents Preparing Now for Summertime Heat

The rest of the week including Independence Day, temperatures will range from the mid to upper 80’s, to lower 70’s.

(SALEM, Ore. ) - It’s getting warmer in Oregon! The National Weather Service says on Tuesday in Salem and the mid-Willamette Valley the high temperatures in most cities will reach well into the 90’s.

The rest of the week including Independence Day, temperatures will range from the mid to upper 80’s, to lower 70’s with the chance of showers returning to the valley on Sunday. Come Monday however, the sun should be back with temperatures in the lower 80's.