NWS special weather statement-snow accumulation possible this wknd. from elevations of 500-1000 ft. & snow showers will reach valley floor Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (January 12, 2012 - 2:13 PM)
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MT: @trimet: Expect delays on MAX/buses and possible bus detours in Downtown Portland from 4:30-7:30pm due to an AFL-CIO march. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (October 26, 2011 - 6:41 PM)
RT @trimet: Due to Portland Marathon, 14 bus lines and Streetcar service will be disrupted Sunday 6:30am-5:00 pm or when the event clears. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (October 07, 2011 - 4:11 PM)
RT @trimet: Green and Yellow MAX trains are resuming service in Downtown Portland. Expect delays on buses and trains throughout the system. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (October 06, 2011 - 7:37 PM)
Portland Fire and Water Bureaus responding to main break at NE 68th and Halsey. Eastbound I-84 exit at NE 68th is closed. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (August 03, 2011 - 10:10 AM)
NWS has issued a wind advisory from 9AM-5PM Monday. Winds increasing to 25-35 mph with gusts to 50 mph. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (April 24, 2011 - 11:45 PM)
NWS Tsunami Watch issued for Oregon and Washington coasts with an expected arrival around 7:30 a.m. Friday. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (March 11, 2011 - 2:52 AM)
NWS winter weather advisory issued from 7am-2pm Monday for Portland metro area. Slight chance for snow, travel disruptions. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (February 28, 2011 - 7:50 AM)
NWS: winter weather advisory for Portland metro from 12am-8am Sunday. 1" or less possible below 1000 feet. Travel with caution. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (February 26, 2011 - 7:20 PM)
NWS winter weather advisory continues for Portland metro area. Roads icy as temp drops. Use caution when traveling. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (February 24, 2011 - 10:52 PM)
Snow showers in the Portland metro area will continue throughout the day and into this evening before tapering off overnight. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (February 24, 2011 - 1:22 PM)
NWS winter storm warning remains in effect until 10pm, snow showers continuing at times through this evening. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (February 24, 2011 - 10:14 AM)
NWS winter storm warning still in effect for Portland metro area until 10pm Thursday. Accumulations of 1-2" tonight and 1-2" tomorrow. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (February 24, 2011 - 12:57 AM)
NWS revised timing of snow showers to 7-10 pm. 1-2" tonight and additional 1-2" on Thursday. Stay tuned for updates. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (February 23, 2011 - 4:15 PM)
NWS: Transitioning to much colder temps and possible 3-5 in. of snow at valley floor Wednesday night into Thurs. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (February 21, 2011 - 4:44 PM)
NWS predicts flooding for Johnson Creek Sunday morning. Prepare for heavy rains throughout the night. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (January 16, 2011 - 12:20 AM)
NWS advises snow and freezing rain on the way Tue PM into Wed AM. Make travel arrangements and allow extra time during evening commute. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (January 10, 2011 - 4:42 PM)
About 3 pm-minor delays on I-5 across Marquam, West on I-84, North on I-405 due to law enforce. procession for slain Rainier police chief. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (January 06, 2011 - 6:16 PM)
Be prepared for icy roadways during morning commute due to light preciptiation and cooler temperatures. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (January 05, 2011 - 9:38 AM)
Brief period of mixed winter preciptiation possible tonight and early Wednesday. Be alert for ice during the morning commute. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (January 04, 2011 - 6:33 PM)
Weekend weather: Be alert for black ice. Night crews will be anti-icing thru Monday AM commute. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (December 30, 2010 - 3:41 PM)
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West hills, foothills, & coast range could all see snow tonight and tomorrow. Be prepared if you're heading that way or live in the area. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (December 28, 2010 - 7:10 PM)
National Weather Service says snow &icy road conditions heading our way later tonight thru Wednesday for Portland & SW Washington. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (December 28, 2010 - 6:16 PM)
Chance of low elevation snow may bring up to 1 inch in Portland metro area betw 4am-9am Saturday. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (December 17, 2010 - 5:34 PM)
^Prepare your home and property for heavy rains. Find free sand pile locations at portlandonline/oem Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (December 11, 2010 - 1:50 PM)
Icy Road conditions across SW Washington, Salem and the Portland metro area. Check for closures or delays. Give yourself extra time.... Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (November 23, 2010 - 8:55 AM)
Why wait? Emergency kits for your home & car make sense. Don't forget traction devices, jumper cables & carry a fully charged cell battery. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (November 21, 2010 - 6:24 PM)
NWS has issued a wtr weather advsry until 10pm Mon. Up to 1 inch poss. this eve. & overnight & up to 2 inches Mon. afternoon & eve. #pdxtst Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (November 21, 2010 - 5:15 PM)
RT @trimet Expect PM delays on MAX (system-wide) & buses (Rose Qtr/Conv Ctr area) for President visit. Conv Ctr MAX station will close. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (October 20, 2010 - 4:32 PM)
TRAFFIC NOTICE: The Presidential visit will produce significant traffic & transit delays during PM rush hour. Please be patient. #pdxtraffic Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (October 20, 2010 - 11:53 AM)
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: A rollover crash on I-405 NB at US 26; 2 right lanes closed & ramp to US 26. Avoid the area or expect delays. #pdxtraffic Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (October 15, 2010 - 1:44 PM)
POLICE ADVISORY: Police activity in the 4600 block of NE 95th Ave btw NE Prescott & Wygant Streets. Avoid the area. ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (August 26, 2010 - 3:19 PM)
FIRE WARNING: NWS has posted a Red Flag Warning for Portland Metro Area again today until 8:00 PM. See smoke or flames, dial 911. ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (August 25, 2010 - 11:09 AM)
FIRE WARNING: NWS has issued a Red Flag Warning for parts of the Portland Metro Area. Conditions favor ignition & spread of wildland fires. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (August 24, 2010 - 10:40 AM)
WEATHER ADVISORY: NWS has extended the heat advisory for another day; end at 7 PM. Expect high temps in mid-90s. #pdxtst ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (August 17, 2010 - 10:47 AM)
WEATHER ADVISORY: A heat advisory remains in effect thru 9 PM today. Temps could reach 100dF in the city. Take precautions. #pdxtst ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (August 16, 2010 - 10:41 AM)
WEATHER ADVISORY: A heat advisory remains in effect thru 9 PM Mon for #PDX. Expect temps from mid-90s to 100dF. Take precautions. ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (August 14, 2010 - 1:24 PM)
WEATHER WATCH: NWS has issued an excessive heat watch for the Willamette Valley. Temps in some locations could reach 110dF Sat-Mon. ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (August 13, 2010 - 12:22 PM)
WEATHER NOTICE: NWS predicts temps in the mid to upper 90sF over the weekend & thru Monday, recommends precautions. #pdxtst ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (August 12, 2010 - 5:28 PM)
FIRE ADVISORY: PF&R recalling Box 2215 for 2nd alarm commercial fire at Shamrock Mkt, 8101 N. Fessenden. All companies working. #pdxfire ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (August 06, 2010 - 11:21 PM)
FIRE ADVISORY: PF&R calling 2nd ALARM for Box 2215 at 8101 N. Fessenden St. Expect traffic disruptions in the area. #pdxfire ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (August 06, 2010 - 9:43 PM)
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: I-5 SB at I-405: 2 center lanes close for accident investigation. Traffic on I-5 SB should seek an alternate route. ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (August 06, 2010 - 4:28 PM)
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Bike & ped access to lower deck of Steel Bridge remains closed thru Wed AM commute due to gate problem. #pdxtraffic ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (August 02, 2010 - 5:18 PM)
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Lower deck of Steel Bridge reopened to pedestrian & bike traafic following repairs. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (July 28, 2010 - 4:04 PM)
TRAFFIC ADVISORY: Pedestrian & bike access to Steel Bridge lower deck closed thru AM commute pending inspection due to operational issue. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (July 28, 2010 - 3:05 AM)
WEATHER ADVISORY: NWS heat advisory remains in effect until 2100 hours today. PM high temps expected to reach 95-110dF. #pdxtst ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (July 25, 2010 - 1:13 PM)
WEATHER ADVISORY: NWS has issued a heat advisory for Portland metro area until 9PM Sunday. Expect high temps well above 90dF. #pdxtst ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (July 24, 2010 - 1:15 PM)
UTILITY ADVISORY: City crews are investigating a possible main break in SE McLoughlin Blvd south of the Tacoma Street Bridge. #pdxwater ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (July 07, 2010 - 7:25 PM)
WEATHER ADVISORY: NWS has extended the heat advisory for Portland thru 8PM Fri. Expect temps 95-100dF Thu & 90-95dF Fri. #pdxtst ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (July 07, 2010 - 6:04 PM)
UTILITY NOTICE: Pacific Power has restored power in NE Portland Cully neighborhood to all but ~100 customers. ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (July 07, 2010 - 2:47 PM)
WEATHER ADVISORY: NWS has issued a heat advisory for Portland Metro area from 10AM Wed thru 9PM Thu. Temps in upper 90s likely. #pdxtst ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (July 06, 2010 - 4:51 PM)
FLOOD STATEMENT: NWS advises that Columbia & Willamtte Rivers will remain unusually high thru Sunday but will not exceed flood stages. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (June 10, 2010 - 5:50 PM)
WEATHER STATEMENT: NWS advises a low pressure system entering the area will produce up to 1/2" of rain overnight & Wed. #pdxtst ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (June 08, 2010 - 2:21 PM)
WEATHER ADVISORY: Another strong spring storm will bring .5-1 inch of rain late tonight and Friday. Watch for urban & small stream... Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (June 03, 2010 - 1:39 PM)
WEATHER ADVISORY: Strong spring storm may cause sharp rises in stream levels & flows. Watch for urban & small stream flooding. #pdxtst ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (June 01, 2010 - 2:32 PM)
WEATHER ADVISORY: NWS says a strong spring storm will bring 1-1.5 inches of rain to the Willamette Valley overnight & tomorrow. #pdxtst ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (June 01, 2010 - 1:23 PM)
RT @trimet: All MAX service has been disrupted in downtown Portland. Buses are taking riders between stations. Expect delays! Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (May 28, 2010 - 12:55 AM)
WEATHER ADVISORY: NWS tracking line of strong t'storms near Oregon City. Hail up to 1/2-inch & high winds gusting to 30 mph possible. ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (May 25, 2010 - 5:56 PM)
WEATHER NOTICE: NWS advises a strong low pressure system will affect the metro area fm Wed thru Fri. Expect cold, wet weather. ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (May 17, 2010 - 5:45 PM)
FIRE ADVISORY: ODOT adv USFS controlled burn in Columbia Gorge east of Sandy will produce smoke visible from I-84 thru afternoon. ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (May 14, 2010 - 3:01 PM)
WEATHER NOTICE: NWS has issued a frost advisory for the Portland metro area. Expect night temps in low 30s in outlying areas. #pdxtst ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (May 06, 2010 - 5:39 PM)
WEATHER ADVISORY: NWS has issued a frost advisory for the Portland Metro area. Expect overnight lows in the low to mid-30s tonight. #pdxtst Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (May 05, 2010 - 6:01 PM)
WEATHER ADVISORY: NWS has issued a wind advisory until 6:00 PM this evening. Expect winds 20-30 mph, gusts to 45 mph. #pdxtst ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (April 26, 2010 - 7:01 PM)
NWS has extended the wind advisory in the Willamette Valey until 8:00 PM. Expect winds 25-35 mph, gusts to 50 mph. #pdxtst ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (April 05, 2010 - 8:49 PM)
NWS has issued a wind advisory for the Willamette Valley until 6:00 PM. Expect winds of 25-35 mph, gusts to 45 mph. #pdxtst ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (April 05, 2010 - 7:34 PM)
Portland Water Bureau fixing water main at SE 25th Ave & Holgate after hydrant was struck. PIO will be onsite for interviews at 9:30 AM. ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (April 05, 2010 - 11:42 AM)
WEATHER ADVISORY: NWS has issued a high wind advisory for the Portland Metro area 'til 5:00PM. Expect winds 25-35 mph & gusts to 55 mph. ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (April 02, 2010 - 2:09 PM)
NWS issued a wind advisory from 7 AM to 5 PM Fri. with gusts up to 50 mph. Winds / blowing debris may cause property damage. ^CM Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (April 01, 2010 - 6:59 PM)
NWS advises snow levels will drop to 1000-1500 ft later today. Expect heavy rain & wind gusts to 35 mph later tonight & Fri. #pdxtst ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (March 31, 2010 - 10:27 AM)
^PH A semitruck rolled over on the on-ramp from N. Columbia to SB I- 5 late Tues morn.The on-ramp will be shut down most of the afternoon Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (March 30, 2010 - 2:58 PM)
Road Closure: SW Humphrey betw SW Scholls Ferry / SW Patton due to fallen tree. Use alternate routes and expect delays. ^CM Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (March 30, 2010 - 1:31 PM)
NWS advises the storm now affecting the Portland metro area may produce damaging hail up to 1/2-in dia & 45 mph wind gusts. #pdxtst ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (March 29, 2010 - 2:38 PM)
POLICE ADVISORY: Demonstrators protesting the shooting at Hoyt Arboretum are assembled at East Burnside & 47th. Avoid the area. ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (March 24, 2010 - 12:41 AM)
Do not wait for a warning. If you or others are in danger, take action. Call 911 to save a life, stop a crime or report a fire. ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (March 23, 2010 - 10:00 AM)
INFRASTRUCTURE NOTICE: Portland Water Bureau investigating report of broken 6-in water main near 2547 NW Northrup Street. ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (March 17, 2010 - 6:20 PM)
SW Taylors Ferry closed near Terwilliger until at least 9a because of downed power pole. Seek alternate routes add time if you go that way. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (March 11, 2010 - 9:55 AM)
NWS advises precip arriving this PM means snow levels remain at or below 1000-ft thru Wed AM. Rain/snow mix poss at lower elevations. ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (March 09, 2010 - 2:27 PM)
RT @pgemedia: Oh boy! Sure is gusty outside! Questions about outages? Check out PortlandGeneral.com/Outage for real-time updated info 24X7. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (March 08, 2010 - 8:40 PM)
Showers later w/ temps dropping to freezing by Tue AM. Dry air tonight; warming before precip begins again. No snow or ice in city. ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (March 08, 2010 - 6:31 PM)
The coldest & wettest weather to hit the area since last Dec is on the way. When it arrives late Sun & Mon, expect snow to 1000-1500 ft. ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (March 07, 2010 - 5:01 PM)
NWS says cooler weather & precip w/ occ small hail coming late Sun & Mon. Snow levels will drop to 1500 ft on Mon. ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (March 05, 2010 - 11:00 PM)
TRANSPORT NOTICE: Downtown traffic may be affected by a rally/march scheduled to begin at 3:00 PM in Pioneer Courthouse Square. ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (February 19, 2010 - 3:19 PM)
High winds later today could bring down tree branches causing power outages. Do not touch downed lines. Report outages to your utility. ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (February 11, 2010 - 5:48 PM)
NWS has issued a high wind advisory for Portland Metro area from 4pm to midnight today. Expect sustained winds of 25-35mph, gusts to 50 ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (February 11, 2010 - 1:43 PM)
RT @trimet: Blue & Red line MAX service downtown has been restored. Delays likely as trains return to regular schedules. ^MC Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (February 09, 2010 - 12:35 PM)
RT @trimet: Blue and Red line MAX service downtown has been restored. Delays across the system may occur as trains return to regular... Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (February 09, 2010 - 12:35 PM)
Green & Yellow trains now running on Transit Mall downtown. Shuttles still operating btw Rose Quarter & PGE Park for Red & Blue. #trimet Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (February 09, 2010 - 10:27 AM)
RT @trimet: Shuttle buses are taking riders between PGE Park and Rose Quarter for the MAX Red and Blue line. Expect delays. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (February 09, 2010 - 8:51 AM)
Major transit disruption resulting from power outages at two TriMet substations. No MAX service downtown btw Rose Quarter & PGE Park. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (February 09, 2010 - 8:51 AM)
Portland Fire & Rescue working 2nd alarm fire at 4926 SE Division--now contained; expect traffic disruptions. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (January 31, 2010 - 12:10 PM)
High winds early this AM caused isolated damage. Expect 20 mph winds w/ gusts up to 35 mph later today. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (January 18, 2010 - 12:59 PM)
A large low will settle offshore this weekend driving high winds & rain onshore. Snow levels may drop too. Watch weather forecasts! #pdxtst Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (January 15, 2010 - 9:34 AM)
RT POEM, MCEM, ONI many partners are at the Fix It Fair @ David Douglas HS. Come let us all help you & yours be prepared, or green, or... Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (January 09, 2010 - 1:12 PM)
Starting today, OR drivers must use handsfree device when operating cellphones. Better yet, don't drive & call, text, surf or tweet! Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (January 01, 2010 - 12:02 PM)
As temps drop tonight, wet roads could freeze. Watch out for black ice. Buckle up, slow down, and drive safely if you have to go out. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (December 30, 2009 - 10:56 PM)
Higher elevations slower to change over. Please be patient, this was a surprise for all. Keep sharing info to help others. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (December 29, 2009 - 9:25 PM)
Engineers say the landslide at 1100 NE 21st earlier today did not impact safety of roads, bridges or other infrastructure. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (December 14, 2009 - 7:23 PM)
Engineers responding to assess landslide & any critical infrastructure impacts at 11 NE 21st Ave. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (December 14, 2009 - 5:00 PM)
Portland Fire & Rescue on the scene at 11 NE 21st Ave adjacent to I-84 where building collapsed next to overpass due to landslide. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (December 14, 2009 - 4:15 PM)
Traffic signal outage at SW Scholls Ferry & Patton due to collision: Treat as 4-way stop until repaired ater today. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (December 14, 2009 - 9:51 AM)
NWS will lift the winter weather advisory for freezing rain at 10:00 PM. Watch for ice as rainfall continues & temps drop. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (December 12, 2009 - 9:56 PM)
The updated forecast from the NWS indicates a precipitation band continues moving north. Up to 1/10 inch of freezing rain possible. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (December 12, 2009 - 4:30 PM)
Altho slow to start, updated National Weather Service forecast indicates wintry precip still coming. Accum will vary widely. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (December 12, 2009 - 9:57 AM)
The updated winter storm warning from the National Weather Service indicates snow will begin after midnight in Portland. #pdxtst Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (December 12, 2009 - 1:07 AM)
RT @trimet: Be careful out there tonight! Remember, we don’t monitor Twitter 24/7. Please check trimet.org/alerts for service updates. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (December 11, 2009 - 7:32 PM)
RT @pgemedia: PGE encourages local media & customers to stay informed of any outage activity & safety tips at PortlandGeneral.com/Outage. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (December 11, 2009 - 7:32 PM)
National Weather Service has issued a winter storm WARNING for snow, sleet & freezing rain from 8:00 PM tonight thru 6:00 AM Sunday. #pdxwx Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (December 11, 2009 - 6:09 PM)
Malfunctioning traffic signal at NE 72nd & Sandy. PBOT crews responding to repair. Use caution in this area & expect delays. Portland Area Public Alerts System, Oregon (December 08, 2009 - 1:25 PM)