Have to travel early Friday in the Portland/Vancouver area? Add a little extra time.
On local streets, freeways, overpasses, and bridges, drivers can anticipate a covering of packed snow that may cause slick conditions and spinouts.
Snowfall on Thursday resulted in a number of collisions in the metro region and prolonged street closures, including a 20-car jam that blocked a key Troutdale thoroughfare. Since then, that road has reopened.
On Friday, C-Tran placed over ten buses on snow routes and stopped a number of routes. On The Vine, smaller buses are being utilized. Go to www.c-tran.com to verify your bus service availability.
Early Friday, TriMet’s bus service is limited. Chains are being used to improve traction on the roadways, which have a top speed limit of 25 mph. There is no bus service in locations with higher elevations. Riders are advised to visit www.trimet.org/alerts. should check their line’s condition before leaving.
Throughout the night, MAX trains traveled around the system to assist prevent ice buildup on overhead cables. The Green, Orange, and Yellow lines’ schedules have been modified due to a switch problem on the Steel Bridge. Riders can cross the river by using the red or blue lines.
On Friday, people who take public transit should wear weather-appropriate clothing and exercise caution since platforms and stations can be slippery.
Friday, 7 a.m.: Due to winter weather, Oregon 219 north of Newberg is closed.
To find out about current road closures and chain requirements, drivers can visit PBOT’s weather page at portland.gov/transportation/weather.
Information about snow zone closures and other emergency road closures can be found on Washington County’s road closure website: wc-roads.com.
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