Media release
Posted
For Immediate Release: Wednesday, December 14, 2016
Sponsored by: Department of Land Use and Transportation, Operations and Maintenance Division
Weather Update 1:15 p.m. Dec. 14, 2016
The forecasted snow has started and the National Weather Service has upgraded the weather event to a winter storm warning in effect through midnight Thursday (Dec. 15).
The expected accumulation is now 2 to 5 inches, with the heaviest snowfalls expected in late afternoon-early evening. Hazardous driving conditions are expected during the evening commute. Use extreme caution.
Before driving in the snow:
- Fill fuel tank to at least half full.
- Clean and check headlights, brake lights and turn signals.
- Be sure tires are properly inflated and in good condition.
- Carry tire chains and know how to use them.
- Keep an emergency kit in your vehicle.
Additional resources for winter travel:
- Washington County's Winter Weather Safety Topics
- ODOT's Winter Driving Guide (also available in Spanish) and Winter Travel Packet
- NHTSA's Checklist and Tips for Safe Winter Driving
- ODOT’s TripCheck (real-time status of state highway conditions)
Visit NWS for the latest forecasts and warnings.
Media Contact:
Melissa De Lyser, Communications Coordinator503-846-4963
[email protected]