2021 Portland heat dome caused 96 deaths, residents plant 72 trees for victims in Nadaka Nature Park, raising climate change awareness.
400-character summary: In Portland, a heat dome event in 2021 led to the deaths of 96 people, with the majority in Multnomah County. To honor the victims, residents gathered in Nadaka Nature Park to plant trees, with 72 trees memorializing those lost during the heat wave. The event aimed to raise awareness of the dangers of climate change and the importance of better preparing for extreme weather conditions.
March 16, 2024
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