The National Weather Service issued an excessive heat watch at 12:19 p.m. on Sunday valid from Thursday 8 a.m. until Saturday 10 p.m. for Central Douglas County and Eastern Curry County and Josephine County as well as Jackson County.

The weather service comments, "Dangerously hot conditions with heat index values between 95 and 105 degrees possible."

"Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events," says the weather service.

Additional recommendations for outdoor workers:

These NWS heat safety recommendations are vital for your well-being during periods of high temperatures. Stay informed and take the necessary steps to protect yourself and others from the heat's potentially dangerous effects.