More local schools are closing on Thursday due to an anticipated combination of snow and freezing rain.
Events at community centers and local groups have been canceled or rescheduled until the weather improves.
The literary arts did not wait for the rain to come. Author Masha Gessen’s sold-out Thursday night presentation at the nonprofit organization in Portland was rescheduled until May on Wednesday.
In a similar vein, the Oregon Humane Society declared on Wednesday that it would close its Community Veterinary Hospital as well as its shelters in Portland and Salem on Thursday.
“Our inclement weather crew of staff and volunteers will continue to provide excellent care and lots of love to all the shelter pets,” a spokesman wrote in the announcement.
On Thursday, Multnomah County closed all of its offices and services, including its libraries and animal shelters. Starting at 10 a.m. on Thursday, Clark County offices will cease providing in-person services.
Offices have also been shut down in Beaverton, Happy Valley, and Tualatin.
Ahead of the anticipated freezing precipitation, a number of municipal courts, including those in Marion, Multnomah, and Washington counties, shuttered early Thursday morning.
For further area closures, see this list. The list is regularly updated. For the most recent details, return later.
You can get information on school closures in the Portland area here.
Oregon weather
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Don t let early Thursday s dry streets fool you Portland. Snow, sleet or freezing rain arrive by 10 a.m.
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Portland, Beaverton, most other Portland area districts close Thursday due to snow, sleet
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Portland-area agencies promise around-the-clock response if freezing rain, snow arrive
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