Record-breaking heat wave hits Pacific Northwest with temperatures soaring into the 90s.

An early May heat wave in the Pacific Northwest could break daily temperature records and worsen wildfires in western Canada. The National Weather Service issued a heat advisory for much of western Oregon and Washington state, warning of the risk of heat-related illness. The region has experienced scorching summer temperatures and unprecedented wildfires fueled by climate change in recent years, including the deadly "heat dome" weather phenomenon in 2021. Officials are urging people to be wary of cold water temperatures and are providing resources for those seeking relief from the heat.