LOW ELEVATION SNOW SHOWERS EARLY THIS MORNING MAY IMPACT COMMUTE
Posted: March 1st, 2012 5:18 AM
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(Portland, Ore.) – Portlanders are waking up to snow-covered streets throughout the city this morning. National and local forecasts are predicting that rain and snow showers will continue across the region this morning, with light snow accumulations possible even below 300 feet through 10:00 A.M. The traveling public is advised that continuing rain and snow showers may disrupt the morning commute, making streets and sidewalks slushy and slippery.
As temperatures warm this morning, major streets are expected to clear. The public is advised to be extra cautious on bridges, overpasses, steep hills and neighborhood side streets, where conditions could remain slushy and slippery throughout the morning commute.
Portlanders are encouraged to take transit if possible and not to drive on snowy, slushy, or icy streets. If you must drive, be ready to use chains, especially in elevations above 500 feet. Use extra caution driving and leave plenty of room between you and others. Bicyclists and pedestrians should also use extra caution, especially when crossing streets.
City crews worked overnight plowing and de-icing in the West Hills, where temperatures this morning are hovering near freezing and streets are snowy. East side temperatures are well above freezing, snow accumulations are light and streets are currently slushy. Crews will continue to monitor conditions, patrol the higher elevations and plow and de-ice as necessary today.
Forecasts say that temperatures will warm mid-morning, snow levels will gradually warm to above 1,000 feet, and showers will gradually decrease throughout the day. The public is advised to be alert to changing conditions and check routes before venturing out. Conditions can change quickly and can vary considerably throughout the city, given its geography.
The website www.PublicAlerts.org provides information on forecasts, transit schedules, service alerts, road conditions, warming shelters and other services for vulnerable populations.
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