Station Name: DESCHUTES RIVER NEAR MADRAS, OR
Data Source: Water Data - usgc.gov

Elevation Above Sea Level: 1,404 feet

Nearest Address:
6940 NW Vanora Dr
Madras, OR 97741
Jefferson County

GPS Coordinates: 44.72595225, -121.2469939

Nearby Water Temperatures

Red Flag Warning issued June 19 at 11:17PM PDT until June 20 at 8:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

Effective: Fri June 19, 2026, 11:17 PM
Expires: Sat June 20, 2026, 1:15 PM

* AFFECTED AREA...Fire Weather Zones 691 Lower Columbia Basin of Oregon, 691 Lower Columbia Basin of Washington and 700 Central Mountains of Oregon. * TIMING...From 3 PM to 8 PM PDT Saturday. * WINDS...West 15 to 25 mph with gusts up to 35 mph. * RELATIVE HUMIDITY...As low as 9 percent. * IMPACTS...Any fire that develops will catch and spread quickly. Outdoor burning is not recommended.

A Red Flag Warning means that critical fire weather conditions are either occurring now, or will shortly. A combination of strong winds, low relative humidity, and warm temperatures can contribute to extreme fire behavior.

Extreme Heat Watch issued June 20 at 4:04AM PDT until June 23 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

Effective: Sat June 20, 2026, 4:04 AM
Expires: Sat June 20, 2026, 2:00 PM

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 98 degrees possible. This will pose a major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon and Washington. * WHEN...From Monday morning through Tuesday evening. * IMPACTS...Heat related illnesses increase significantly during extreme heat events.

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this situation. Be prepared to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. This is especially true during warm or hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal temperatures in a matter of minutes.

Heat Advisory issued June 20 at 10:49AM PDT until June 23 at 11:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR

Effective: Sat June 20, 2026, 10:49 AM
Expires: Sat June 20, 2026, 11:15 PM

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with temperatures up to 98 degrees possible. This will pose a major risk of heat-related illness. * WHERE...Eastern Columbia River Gorge of Oregon and Washington. * WHEN...From 11 AM Monday to 11 PM PDT Tuesday. * IMPACTS...Hot temperatures may cause heat illnesses.

Drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives and neighbors. Young children and pets should never be left unattended in vehicles under any circumstances. Take extra precautions if you work or spend time outside. When possible reschedule strenuous activities to early morning or evening. Know the signs and symptoms of heat exhaustion and heat stroke. Wear lightweight and loose fitting clothing when possible. To reduce risk during outdoor work, the Occupational Safety and Health Administration recommends scheduling frequent rest breaks in shaded or air conditioned environments. Anyone overcome by heat should be moved to a cool and shaded location. Heat stroke is an emergency! Call 9 1 1. For sheltering information and other human services in your area, dial 2 1 1 during business hours or visit 211info.org for Oregon or wa211.org for Washington anytime.