Salem-News.com (Dec-20-2008 11:21)

Weekend Storm Closures and Delays in Oregon and SW Washington

Salem-News.com Staff

The cold weather continues, take note of these openings, delays and closures.

(SALEM, Ore.) - Here is the latest roundup of western Oregon and SW Washington closures, openings and delays. This list was created Saturday morning and is our most current at this time.

Among other concerns, residents are advised to allow extra time for travel and make sure somebody knows their route and expected time of arrival. Roads are slick and temperatures are low; it is not a good time to take short cuts. Stay on main routes and continue to monitor weather reports on Salem-News.com or other sources.

This list includes Businesses, Counties/Regional, Federal, Medical, Organziations, Private and Charter Schools, Private Colleges and Universities, Transportation and other categories as they may arise.

Businesses:

Intel: Intel is open for normal operations. It is Intel's intent to remain open during all regularly scheduled workdays regardless of weather conditions. Nevertheless, employees should use their own good judgment and assess their personal situation with regards to travel safety to and from the work site. Please note that traction devices will be required for all vehicle travel in Washington County starting at 8:00 PM Saturday night.

All construction projects for Sunday, December 21st have been canceled. This cancellation applies to construction related activities only. Those with planned work for Sunday, December 21stshould check with their supervisors. UPDATE

Kraft Foods/Nabisco Bakery: Plant closed 3rd shift on 12/20, and 1st, 2nd, & 3rd shift on 12/21. Stay tuned for updated information. (Effective tomorrow - Sun Dec 21st) UPDATE

Banks and Credit Unions:

Wells Fargo: Wells Fargo bank branches in the Portland-Vancouver metro area will close at 1 p.m. today due to adverse weather conditions.

Cities:

Portland Parks & Recreation: Montavilla Community Center, Southwest Community Center, University Park University Center & Laurelhurst Dance Studio are CLOSED.

Teen Night at University Park Community Center is CANCELLED. UPDATE

City of Vancouver: Vancouver Water Resources Education Center closed at noon

Churches:

Life Church Aloha: Weekend Services Canceled

Morning Star Missionary Baptist Church: Closed Sunday

Counties/Regional:

Clackamas County: North Clackamas Aquatic Park will be closed Sunday, Dec. 21

Clackamas County: Clackamas Corner, Oak Lodge and Hoodland libraries will be closed today due to weather. UPDATE

Clackamas County: North Clackamas Aquatic Park will be closed today.

Fort Vancouver Regional Library Dist.: All Clark County libraries except Vancouver Mall are closed. Stevenson library closed. -NEW- White Salmon Valley library closed at 4:00 PM. UPDATE

Metro: Due to inclement weather, the Oregon Zoo is closed (including ZooLights).

Multnomah County: All Multnomah County public facilities (including libraries and the Troutdale Animal Shelter) are closed today and Sunday due to inclement weather. Only essential employees should report to work today and Sunday. UPDATE

Tualatin Hills Park & Recreation District: THPRD facilities are closed for the remainder of the weekend. All programs and activities are canceled. A decision about Monday will be made late Sunday or early Monday morning. Patrons with questions should call the facility where their activity is scheduled. Directory available at

Weekend Storm Closures and Delays in Oregon and SW Washington

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