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City Begins to Thaw: Transitional weather Poses New Challenges

The next phase of storm response is to prepare and respond to the melt-off to prevent drainage problems and street flooding.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Today marks the thirteenth day of a full callout operation that entails two 12-hour shifts in a 24-hour period in the city of Portland.

Salem-News.com Resumes Normal Operations

Salem-News.com's regular flow of news has been severely affected by weather, but we are back.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Our normal operations have been severely impacted in recent days and our staff looks forward to getting back up to speed in terms of coverage for our residents.

A Day in the Snow With Angus

A winter moment can remind us all of what a beautiful season it really is.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Angus and I went for a walk today. It was before the rain had started to fall, so the grass was still tall and encased in thin sheets of ice in this lonely field we waded through. The wind picked up and the air was so cold and clear you could taste the snow on your tongue. Ever hear frozen blades of grass rustle and crackle in the wind? It's almost too loud.

Power Outages Have PGE Crews Out in Force

Crews are working in very tough weather conditions. The outage activity relates to the snow, ice, and cold temperatures.

(SALEM, Ore.) - PGE crews continue to work around the clock to repair storm-related damage to power lines and other electrical equipment As of 8:00 PM, Sunday, approximately 55,000 PGE customers are without power across the service territory.

Chains or Traction Tires Required on Washington County Roads

This is an update on traction device and chain requirements‏ througout Washington County.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - The Oregon Department of Transportation and Washington County are requiring chains and/or traction tires on all state and county roads.

Salem-News Reports Affected by Weather

Salem-News.com's staff is dealing with the winter conditions and we apologze for the slower than usual rate of updates.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Western Oregon is socked in with hazardous weather. Snow, ice and sleet are causing all kinds of problems and emergency officials are asking the public to avoid traveling on the state's icy roads if possible.

Multnomah Sheriff Asks Residents to Stay Off Roads

If you are stuck at the side of the road and decide to keep your car running and lights on, make sure your tail pipe is clear of snow so as to vent engine exhaust to the outside.

(PORTLAND, Ore.) - Extremely hazardous roads are reported in Multnomah County at this time. The Multnomah Sheriff's Office asks everyone not engaged in essential services to stay off the roads, especially I-84 east of I-5, which was officially closed by ODOT from Troutdale to Hood River.

Clackamas Sheriff Reports Fatal ATV Incident in Boring

‏The Clackamas County Deputy Medical Examiner was summoned to the scene to investigate and recovered the deceased for forensic examination.

(BORING, Ore.) - Early this morning at 1:47 AM, neighbors discovered the body of a 51-year-old man situated on the ground next to his ATV in the 15000 block of SE 362nd Avenue.

Clackamas County Sheriff's Deputies, Sandy Police and Sandy Fire rescue personnel responded to the scene and confirmed the discovery of this deceased male and resident of Boring.

Clackamas County Sheriff's Deputies investigating this apparent accident indicate neighbors in the area witnessed this ATV traveling at a high rate of speed prior to the discovery of the deceased along the roadway.

Police Investigate Fatal Crash on I-84

Oregon State Police troopers from the La Grande Area Command office are continuing the investigation.

(LA GRANDE, Ore.) - Police say an Eagle, Idaho man died Saturday morning on Interstate 84 about ten miles east of La Grande when his pickup drove onto the shoulder of the freeway and crashed into an unoccupied tow truck assisting another motorist involved in an earlier traffic crash.

Alaska Airlines Cancels 47 Flights Due to Severe Winter Weather in Pacific Northwest

Passengers booked on a canceled flight may re-book on the next available flight without penalty or apply for a full refund of the unused portion of their ticket.

(SEATTLE ) - Alaska Airlines has canceled 47 flights today and Sunday to and from Portland, Ore., Seattle and Vancouver, British Columbia, due to severe winter weather hitting the region this afternoon. More cancellations or delays are possible.