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Portland/Vanc/Salem Emerg. Reports for Wed. Dec. 17 - 11:05 am
Transportation (1)
ODOT: PDX, Mt. Hood - U.S. 26 has reopened in the Zigzag area after overnight high winds took down powerlines in two locations, but utility crews are still working in the area and may need lane closures to finish their work.
OR 213 remains closed in multiple locations between Oregon City and Molalla due to downed power lines, and detours are in place. Expect delays if you use this route.
Across northwest Oregon, watch for storm debris in roadways and plan extra time into your travel, consider alternate routes or delay your trip if possible. And please watch out and slow down for road and utility crews. More Info UPDATE Posted: Wed. 17th, 11:01 AM
Cowlitz Co. & Lower Columbia (WA) Schools (4)
Kalama Sch. Dist. - 2 Hours Late. Kalama River Road is closed just east of Mountain View Road. No transportation east of Mountain View Road More Info Posted: Wed. 17th, 09:56 AM
Washington Co. Schools (5)
Tigard-Tualatin Sch. Dist. - Closed due to power outages. 8:45 a.m. UPDATE - Classes at Metzger Elementary are canceled today, Wednesday, December 17, 2025, due to an extended power failure. We expect service to be restored later today and for classes to resume Thursday. Deer Creek ES is operating on a two-hour delay. More Info UPDATE Posted: Wed. 17th, 08:54 AM
Private & Charter Schools - SW Wash. (7)
Agape Christian Academy - Closed, No AM preschool. Due to no power on campus UPDATE Posted: Wed. 17th, 08:49 AM
Private & Charter Schools - Portland area (4)
Jesuit High School - Closed. Jesuit High School is closed today (Wednesday, 12/17) due to a continuing power outage on campus and the surrounding area. There will be no classes today. If and when power is restored, we will provide updates regarding upcoming activities and athletics. UPDATE Posted: Wed. 17th, 08:48 AM
Clark Co. Schools (11)
Camas Sch. Dist. - Schools Closed Today Due to Power Outages and Road Conditions More Info Posted: Wed. 17th, 08:46 AM
Linn Co. Schools (2)
Santiam Canyon Sch. Dist. - 2 Hours Late. School Delay
Due to road conditions and power outages, Santiam Canyon School District will be on a two hour delay for Wednesday, December 17. Posted: Wed. 17th, 08:37 AM
Clark Co. Schools (11)
Ridgefield Sch. Dist. - 2 Hours Late, No preschool. South Ridge Elementary School CLOSED. All other Ridgefield schools operating on a 2 hour late. Because it is Wednesday and already a one hour late start, schools will begin 3 hours later than normal. Start times are 10:55 a.m. for Ridgefield High School; 11 a.m. for Sunset Ridge, View Ridge, and Wisdom Ridge Academy, and 12:05 p.m. for Union Ridge Elementary. South Ridge Elementary is CLOSED all day, as power has not yet been restored to that campus. All other district schools are open 3 hours late. More Info UPDATE Posted: Wed. 17th, 08:36 AM
Columbia Gorge Schools (1)
Trout Lake School District - Closed. Trout Lake School District is cancelled today, 12/17/25, due to power outage. PUD has indicated that it may be 5-6 hours before it is restored. UPDATE Posted: Wed. 17th, 08:31 AM
Marion, Polk, Linn & Benton Co. Schools (5)
Woodburn Sch. Dist. - Heritage and Valor Schools will be closed 12/17/25. All other Woodburn Schools will open at their 2 hour delay time. More Info UPDATE Posted: Wed. 17th, 08:30 AM
No. Ore. Coast Schools (7)
Neah-Kah-Nie Sch. Dist. - Closed due to power outages. Due to extended power outages with no estimated restoration time, Neah-Kah-Nie School District is canceled today, Wednesday December 17th. More Info Posted: Wed. 17th, 08:29 AM
Yamhill County Schools (1)
Yamhill Carlton Sch. Dist. - All campuses closed. Current power outages due to the storm. UPDATE Posted: Wed. 17th, 08:20 AM
Clark Co. Schools (11)
Hockinson Sch. Dist. - Closed, No preschool. Today, Wednesday, Dec 17, the Hockinson School District is CLOSED due to lack of power and road debris. After school activities are cancelled with the exception of high school athletic contests and practices. If power is restored, coaches will notify families regarding optional high school after-school athletic practices. UPDATE Posted: Wed. 17th, 08:15 AM
Washington Co. Schools (5)
Gaston Sch. Dist. - Closed. UPDATE Posted: Wed. 17th, 08:14 AM
Forest Grove Sch. Dist. - Dilley Elementary and Oak Grove Academy (Gales Creek Campus) Closed. UPDATE Posted: Wed. 17th, 07:54 AM
No. Ore. Coast Schools (7)
Nestucca Valley School District - Closed. UPDATE Posted: Wed. 17th, 07:54 AM
Marion, Polk, Linn & Benton Co. Schools (5)
North Marion Sch. Dist. - Closed. More Info Posted: Wed. 17th, 07:49 AM
Head Start/Early Childhood Centers (2)
OCDC Headstart - SILVERTON SITE CLOSED ALL DAY. MULINO SITE CLOSED TODAY. Woodburn Settlmier Site 2 HR DELAY. Posted: Wed. 17th, 07:45 AM
Marion, Polk, Linn & Benton Co. Schools (5)
Silver Falls Sch. Dist. - Closed. UPDATE Posted: Wed. 17th, 07:42 AM
Transportation (1)
ODOT: Valley, No. Coast - The coast and the Willamette Valley are seeing high winds and heavy rain. We are receiving reports of downed trees on multiple highways in these areas, causing road hazards and power outages. Drivers should use extra caution if they need to travel and check TripCheck.com before hitting the road to make sure their route is clear.

Current closures:
OR 99E is closed 2 miles north of Hubbard between milepost 25 and 27 due to downed power lines. This could be an extended closure. Use an alternate route.

OR 22 is closed at Gates between milepost 33 and 49 due to downed trees. This could be an extended closure. Use an alternate route.

OR 126 is closed starting five miles east of Vida between milepost 26 and 44 due to downed power lines and trees. This could be an extended closure. Use an alternate route.

US 20 is closed 1 mile west of the intersection with Spicer Drive at milepost 8 due to downed trees. This could be an extended closure. Use an alternate route.

U.S. 20 is closed at Shea Viewpoint between milepost 31 and 71 due to downed trees and high winds. This could be an extended closure. Use an alternate route.

OR 130 is closed 4 miles east of the intersection with US 101 at milepost 3 due to downed power lines. This could be an extended closure. Use an alternate route.

OR 219 is closed 4 miles north of Newbert between milepost 15 and 16 due downed trees. This could be an extended closure. Use an alternate route.

OR 213 is closed at Silver Creek Falls State park between milepost 25 and 27 due to downed power lines and trees. This could be an extended closure. Use an alternate route. More Info UPDATE Posted: Wed. 17th, 07:38 AM
Head Start/Early Childhood Centers (2)
Clackamas Co. Children's Comm. - ClackCoKids Molalla, Estacada, and Sandy Ridge sites are closed today. UPDATE Posted: Wed. 17th, 07:35 AM
Clark Co. Schools (11)
Washougal Sch. Dist. - Closed due to power outages. More Info UPDATE Posted: Wed. 17th, 07:30 AM
Colleges & Universities - Public (1)
Clark College in Vancouver, WA - Delayed opening due to power outages. 10AM start. More Info Posted: Wed. 17th, 07:26 AM
Lewis Co. School Districts (2)
Winlock SD - Schools are on time, However route 7's Shannon Lewis Lane will meet at Grant and King or King or at Washington and Arden, due to downed trees. Posted: Wed. 17th, 07:19 AM
Clark Co. Schools (11)
Early Care & Ed. - ECE@ESD 112 - Closed. All Clark County centers are closed today. Posted: Wed. 17th, 07:16 AM
Private & Charter Schools - Portland area (4)
Summit Learning Charter - Closed. UPDATE Posted: Wed. 17th, 07:07 AM
Sunstone Montessori - 2 Hours Late. MILWAUKIE CAMPUS ONLY is 2 hours late today due to a power outage. Drop-off starts at 10:10 a.m. We will update if this changes. Posted: Wed. 17th, 07:04 AM
Clackamas Co. Schools (5)
Estacada Sch. Dist. - Closed. Due to power outage. UPDATE Posted: Wed. 17th, 07:03 AM
No. Ore. Coast Schools (7)
Lincoln Co. Sch. Dist. - Closed. All campuses and offices are closed. All after school programs and activities cancelled. More Info UPDATE Posted: Wed. 17th, 07:02 AM
Lewis Co. School Districts (2)
Toledo SD - Closed. UPDATE Posted: Wed. 17th, 06:55 AM
Linn Co. Schools (2)
Sweet Home Sch. Dist. - Closed. More Info Posted: Wed. 17th, 06:50 AM
Private & Charter Schools - SW Wash. (7)
Cornerstone Christian Acad. - Closed. All CCA campuses and programs (Vancouver, Battle Ground, and ECE) will be closed today because of power outages. Posted: Wed. 17th, 06:44 AM
Washington Co. Schools (5)
Northwest Regional ESD - Clatsop Service Center - Closed. More Info Posted: Wed. 17th, 06:43 AM
Marion, Polk, Linn & Benton Co. Schools (5)
Salem-Keizer Sch. Dist. - 2 Hours Late. Schools will start one hour later than usual on Wednesdays. Posted: Wed. 17th, 06:41 AM
Cowlitz Co. & Lower Columbia (WA) Schools (4)
Longview Sch. Dist. - 2 Hours Late, No AM preschool. Two-hour late start due to inclement weather. More Info Posted: Wed. 17th, 06:39 AM
Private & Charter Schools - SW Wash. (7)
• Seton Catholic High School - 2 Hours Late. Mass will start at 10:00am Posted: Wed. 17th, 06:37 AM
Washington Co. Schools (5)
Banks Sch. Dist. - Buses on road restriction routes. due to downed power lines and trees: Rt 101 (Squirrel) - Snow Route//
Rt 102 (Tree) - Snow Route//
Rt 103 (Horse) - Limited Service //
RT 106 - (Turlte) Snow Route //
RT 112- (Elephant) Snow Route More Info UPDATE Posted: Wed. 17th, 06:35 AM
Clackamas Co. Schools (5)
Lake Oswego Sch. Dist. - Palisades, River Grove, and Westridge Elementary Schools on 2-hour delay today More Info Posted: Wed. 17th, 06:33 AM
Clark Co. Schools (11)
ESD 112 - Closed. ESD 112's Vancouver Campus is closed to the public due to widespread power outages. All student programs are also closed. Posted: Wed. 17th, 06:33 AM
Cowlitz Co. & Lower Columbia (WA) Schools (4)
Kelso Sch. Dist. - Multiple Updates for 12/17/25:
Rose Valley Elementary and Carrolls Elementary will be closed today.

All other Kelso schools will be on time and operating as scheduled.

Route 20: Students living above Olson on Kool Rd. will need to meet the bus at the Kool Rd./Mt. Pleasant intersection at 7:15 a.m. for secondary. More Info Posted: Wed. 17th, 06:31 AM
Columbia Co. Schools (4)
St. Helens Sch. Dist. - Operating as usual with the following bus route changes:

Route 1 - no service past Yankton Arthur Academy.
Route 2 - no service on Tide Creek.
Route 3 - no service on Cater Rd.
Route 8 - operating on snow route.
Route 10 - no service past Merrill Creek.
Route 12 - no service past Merrill Creek. More Info Posted: Wed. 17th, 06:29 AM
Private & Charter Schools - Portland area (4)
Molalla River Academy - Closed. More Info Posted: Wed. 17th, 06:27 AM
Private & Charter Schools - SW Wash. (7)
Firm Foundation Christian - Closed. FFCS closed due to no power at school. No after school activities. Posted: Wed. 17th, 06:26 AM
Clackamas Co. Schools (5)
Molalla River Sch. Dist. - Closed. Storm caused road closures and power outages. Posted: Wed. 17th, 06:23 AM
Private & Charter Schools - SW Wash. (7)
St. Joseph Catholic School - Vancouver - 2 Hours Late, No AM preschool. No AM Extended Care. More Info Posted: Wed. 17th, 06:21 AM
Columbia Co. Schools (4)
Clatskanie Sch. Dist. - Closed. Clatskanie School District will be closed. UPDATE Posted: Wed. 17th, 06:20 AM
Clark Co. Schools (11)
Battle Ground Pub. Schs. - Closed, No kindergarten or preschool. After-school activities, Community Education classes and Right at School are canceled. More info at battlegrounds.org More Info Posted: Wed. 17th, 06:19 AM
Private & Charter Schools - SW Wash. (7)
Three Rivers Christian - All programs on time Posted: Wed. 17th, 06:15 AM
Clark Co. Schools (11)
Vancouver Sch. Dist. - Closed. Due to widespread power outages, all VPS schools will be closed December 17, 2025. After-school and evening activities are canceled. More Info Posted: Wed. 17th, 06:13 AM
Cowlitz Co. & Lower Columbia (WA) Schools (4)
Woodland Sch. Dist. - 2 Hours Late. More Info Posted: Wed. 17th, 06:13 AM
Marion, Polk, Linn & Benton Co. Schools (5)
St. Paul Sch. Dist. - Closed. Due to no power. More Info Posted: Wed. 17th, 06:05 AM
Clark Co. Schools (11)
Evergreen Sch. Dist. - Closed. Due to power outages, all schools are closed today. More Info Posted: Wed. 17th, 06:02 AM
Columbia Co. Schools (4)
Rainier (OR) Sch. Dist. - Closed, No kindergarten or preschool. Due to unsafe road conditions. Posted: Wed. 17th, 06:00 AM
Vernonia Sch. Dist. - Closed. Due to a widespread power outage and impassable roads caused by downed trees, Vernonia School District schools will be closed today. These conditions present a safety concern for students, staff, and families.

All extracurricular and after-school programs are also cancelled.

Thank you for your understanding and cooperation. Posted: Wed. 17th, 05:58 AM
Clark Co. Schools (11)
Green Mountain Sch. Dist. - Closed. Due to downed trees and closed roads. Posted: Wed. 17th, 05:57 AM
La Center Sch. Dist. - Closed. Posted: Wed. 17th, 05:55 AM
Clackamas Co. Schools (5)
Oregon Trail Sch. Dist. - Welches Schools and Firwood Elementary closed as a result of power outages and downed trees for Wednesday, Dec. 17. Posted: Wed. 17th, 05:51 AM
Colton Sch. Dist. - Closed, No preschool. Due to road closures and power outages. Posted: Wed. 17th, 05:38 AM
No. Ore. Coast Schools (7)
Warrenton-Hammond Sch. Dist. - Closed. - Due to countywide power outages. More Info Posted: Wed. 17th, 05:27 AM
Private & Charter Schools - SW Wash. (7)
• Rose Valley Child Care - Closed. Posted: Wed. 17th, 05:20 AM
No. Ore. Coast Schools (7)
Jewell School District - Closed. Posted: Wed. 17th, 05:03 AM
Seaside Sch. Dist. - Closed. Seaside Schools closed due to county-wide power outages. No staff to report. More Info Posted: Wed. 17th, 04:19 AM
Astoria Sch. Dist. - Closed due to power, No kindergarten or preschool. 12/17/2025 3:15 am - All Astoria schools are closed today, due to a power outage. Please visit our website at https://www.astoria.k12.or.us/129400_2, for updates. Posted: Wed. 17th, 04:19 AM