Strong winds that began overnight are causing widespread impacts on roads across Oregon, including downed trees, fallen limbs and downed power lines. Conditions are expected to continue and may change or worsen as high winds persist throughout the day.
ODOT crews have been out through the night responding statewide, clearing debris and downed trees where conditions allow and working closely with utility companies where power lines are involved. In areas where high winds are continuing and trees are still falling, it is not safe to begin clearing until conditions improve.
Power outages may affect traffic signals, highway message signs and TripCheck cameras. Travelers should expect delays to continue throughout the day as cleanup and repairs progress. Road conditions, closures and impacts are changing quickly. Travelers should check Tripcheck.com for the latest information before heading out.
Safety tips
- Stay away from downed power lines and assume all lines are live.
- Treat intersections with dark traffic signals as four-way stops.
- Use extra caution while traveling, as trees and limbs may still be falling in windy conditions.
- Slow down and watch for crews and equipment working along roadways.
- Do not drive around closure points. Roads are closed because they are unsafe or impassable. ODOT has received reports of vehicles driving over downed trees and around closures, putting themselves and others at risk.
- Do not rely on GPS, which may direct drivers onto closed or unsafe roads.
- Be prepared for unexpected delays or detours.
ODOT urges travelers to delay non-essential trips if possible and to plan ahead for changing conditions.
Drivers can find the latest road conditions and weather information at TripCheck.com, which provides real-time updates.
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