SEATTLE — Summer heat will have a tight grip on western Washington this weekend and in the days to come, and communities are bracing for an extended spell of potentially record-setting temperatures.
Cooling centers are being set up at libraries, community centers, and spray parks to provide relief to those seeking it.
Fire agencies are preparing for more medical emergencies related to the hot weather, especially for people who are sensitive to the heat. Crews will also be on the lookout for conditions contributing to brush fires throughout the region…