OSP is a full-service public safety agency. For emergencies call 911 Non-Emergency call OSP dispatch center *OSP (*677) from mobile phone or 800-452-7888
A Harney County driver is incredibly lucky after attempting this risky pass. The Ford driver just missed the e/b semi-trailer and likely death but struck the driver's side of the w/b semi-trailer. Thankfully, no one was injured. The driver was cited for careless driving.
I-84 is between Exit 304, N. of
#BakerCity
, & Exit 374, 3 mi. W. of
#Ontario
, due to a crash involving a windmill tower near MP 332. US 30 is closed to non-local traffic as it's not a viable detour route for I-84. Expect a several hr closure. for updates.
OSP recently came to the aid of a pair of grounded baby American Barn Owls in Baker County. The owlets had been found on the ground near a large haystack. Troopers retrieved the orphaned owlets, which were transported to
@MyODFW
for further care.
#SWOregon
: Due to winter conditions, chains are REQUIRED for all vehicles traveling over
#SiskiyouPass
on I-5, MP 0-11. Expect delays or postpone travel. Use for updates to road conditions and current chain restrictions.
A distracted driver in Clackamas County is fortunate to have survived this crash on Hwy 224 & SE Tong Rd. The vehicle drove off the roadway after the driver took their eyes off the roadway and landed approx. 200 ft. down an embankment.
#safety
Traffic Alert: I-84 is now CLOSED between the
@CityofTroutdale
at MP 17 and
#HoodRiver
at MP 64 due to an incoming ice storm. Ice accumulation creates some of the most treacherous driving conditions. We'll reopen when conditions improve. Avoid travel in this area.
#orwx
#pdxtst
Stay vigilant. This winter storm may be saving its worst for last with a bout of gnarly freezing rain. Staying off the roads allows crews to tackle ice - the most dangerous form of winter precipitation. We're using all our winter tools: salt, deicer, sand and plows.
#orwx
#pdxtst
#Portland
& the
#ColumbiaRiverGorge
could get up to half an inch of ice.
Be aware: We're preparing to close I-84 in the Gorge before conditions become unsafe to prevent motorists from getting stranded in the ice.
#orwx
#pdxtst
Crews are watching conditions carefully and could initially close the hwy between
#Troutdale
and
#HoodRiver
IF NEEDED. There's also a possibility a closure would extend further east as conditions change. Prepare to stay in place if necessary - there may not be other viable routes
#WinterWeather
is headed our way.
Be prepared:
❄️ Check the latest forecast at
❄️ Check the latest road conditions at
❄️ Have chains, extra food and water, and blankets if you plan to travel
OSP is seeking info. regarding the vandalism of road signs in
#WascoCounty
. Seven ODOT signs were cut down and removed between Dec. 15-20, 2023. Signs were removed from US 97, OR 293 & OR 218. Call *OSP (*677) with any info.
Yesterday in the first half of our poaching series, we looked at the prevalence of poaching in Oregon. In today’s story, we look at ways to combat it, including robo-deer and a sniffy anti-poaching pooch.