Temps soar with unofficial end to summer around Portland

PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) — The unofficial end to summer comes with high heat around the Portland, Vancouver metro area this year.

Labor Day Monday is typically the unofficial end to the summer season as pools and splash pads close and school begins. However, temperatures are on the rise as August ends and meteorological fall begins Monday.

How to keep your home cool and save money in the PNW heat wave

A KOIN 6 Weather Alert is in place Friday and Saturday as...