 Storm surge watch that continues in effect all the way from the mouth of the Rio Grande up to High Island, Texas, with a widespread potential for two to four feet of inundation above ground level. A slow-moving heat wave is tightening its grip from the Pacific Northwest to Arizona, setting new daily records as it goes. Portland resident Carlene Woodward used a misting station to keep cool. The misting station definitely was very helpful in staying cool, especially since it was so hot and we were able to keep hydrated.