The National Weather Service has forecast very high temperatures in Boundary County for Saturday, Sunday and Monday, issuing an excessive heat warning in effect until 8 p.m. Monday. In Bonners Ferry, Saturday could heat up to 102F, on Sunday and Monday thermometers could reach 107.
Prolonged temperatures in the 100s during the day can be dangerous to anyone who does not have proper hydration or adequate cooling. Boundary County residents can minimize the impact of the extreme heat by:
- Staying hydrated
- Dressing appropriately for the heat
- Reducing time outdoors between 10:00 a.m. and 4 p.m., if possible
- Avoiding strenuous outdoor activities and taking frequent shade breaks
- Checking frequently on the elderly, children, and pets
- Seeking air-conditioned spaces; do not rely only on fans.
Residents who do not have air conditioning who would like to cool off for a while can go to one of several designated “cooling centers” in the county this week, starting Saturday. These community organizations have graciously volunteered their air-conditioned facilities and will have someone available to let people in to benefit from their air conditioning.
- Moyie Springs City Hall, 3331 E. Roosevelt, Moyie Springs. Available Monday only, 10 a.m. – 4 p.m. (closed on weekends). Just stop in or call 208-267-5161.
- Trinity Lutheran Church, 6784 Cody Street, Bonners Ferry. Availability over the weekend will be posted on the Church’s Facebook page and website. Entry to Fellowship Hall is across from the pre-school building off Buchanan Street.
- Bonners Ferry Baptist Church, 6892 Cody Street, Bonners Ferry. Available Saturday or Monday upon request by calling (208) 267-3746, and open Sunday until 8:30 p.m. No pets inside the building please.
This information and any updates will also be available on the Boundary County Emergency Management and Public Information Facebook page. Follow Boundary County Emergency Management on X @BoundaryOEM.