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17/01/2024

Inclement Weather Schools Update

No. Ore. Coast Schools (6)
• Astoria Sch. Dist. - 2 Hours Late (For Wed. Jan 17th) Posted: Tue. 16th, 03:17 PM
• Jewell School District - Closed. Due to continued weather and road conditions. All after school activities and sports are canceled. Literacy Night will be rescheduled. (For Wed. Jan 17th) Posted: Tue. 16th, 05:32 PM
• Knappa Sch. Dist. - 2 Hours Late (For Wed. Jan 17th) Posted: Tue. 16th, 03:32 PM
• Neah-Kah-Nie Sch. Dist. - 2 Hours Late More Info Here (For Wed. Jan 17th) Posted: Tue. 16th, 04:14 PM
• Nestucca Valley School District - 2 Hours Late (For Wed. Jan 17th) Posted: Tue. 16th, 04:20 PM
• Tillamook Sch. Dist. - 2 Hours Late, No AM preschool (For Wed. Jan 17th) Posted: Tue. 16th, 04:49 PM

16/01/2024

No. Ore. Coast Schools (9)
• Astoria Sch. Dist. - Closed (For Tue. Jan 16th) Posted: Mon. 15th, 03:01 PM
• Jewell School District - Closed. Due to icy roads. All after school activities/sports are canceled. (For Tue. Jan 16th) Posted: Mon. 15th, 11:13 AM
• Knappa Sch. Dist. - Closed (For Tue. Jan 16th) Posted: Mon. 15th, 03:13 PM
• Lincoln Co. Sch. Dist. - Closed. All trips are canceled.
Meal distribution sites are as follows and open from 12:30-1:00:
Otis Market; Oceanlake Elementary, Taft 7-12; Chester's Marketplace, Lincoln Beach; Toledo City Hall; Sam Case Elementary; Crestview Heights More Info Here (For Tue. Jan 16th) Posted: Mon. 15th, 03:42 PM
• Neah-Kah-Nie Sch. Dist. - Closed More Info Here (For Tue. Jan 16th) Posted: Mon. 15th, 12:56 PM
• Nestucca Valley School District - Closed (For Tue. Jan 16th) Posted: Mon. 15th, 12:07 PM
• Seaside Sch. Dist. - Schools and Offices closed. More Info Here (For Tue. Jan 16th) Posted: Mon. 15th, 03:42 PM
• Tillamook Sch. Dist. - Closed (For Tue. Jan 16th) Posted: Mon. 15th, 01:56 PM
• Warrenton-Hammond Sch. Dist. - Closed, No preschool More Info Here (For Tue. Jan 16th) Posted: Mon. 15th, 03:41 PM

12/01/2024

ODOT HAD added traffic cams at Harbor Drive and Neptune on 101 in Warrenton showing traffic on and near the Young’s Bay Bridge.

tripcheck.com

12/01/2024

AREAS OF BLACK ICE COULD IMPACT THE FRIDAY EVENING COMMUTE DUE
TO A FLASH FREEZE...

At 11 AM PST Friday, temperatures were rapidly dropping across
southwest Washington and far northwest Oregon, including the
Portland/Vancouver metro, Columbia River Gorge, north Oregon
coast, and north Oregon Coast Range. In fact, many locations
within the aforementioned areas were already below freezing at 11
AM Friday. An arctic cold front dropping from the north, combined
with cold easterly winds developing in the Columbia River Gorge,
will result in rapidly cooling temperatures through Friday
afternoon and evening. By approximately 3 PM PST Friday,
temperatures should be in the 20s. Given the wet road conditions
leading up to the flash freeze, areas of black ice are a concern.
As such, slippery road conditions could impact the Friday evening
commute, prior to the arrival of a winter storm set to impact
southwest Washington and northwest Oregon Friday night through
Saturday night. Sidewalks and other surface may also become icy.

11/01/2024

WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM FRIDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
SATURDAY AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation possible. Total snow
accumulations of up to 4 inches and ice accumulations of around
one quarter of an inch possible. Winds could gust as high as 35
mph.

* WHERE...In Oregon, North Oregon Coast and Central Oregon
Coast. In Washington, South Washington Coast.

* WHEN...From Friday afternoon through Saturday afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the
ice. Travel could be difficult. The hazardous conditions could
impact the evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

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Photos from ODOT cameras of Tuesday evening’s unexpected snow flurries.

12/08/2023

EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SUNDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
SUNDAY EVENING.....EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH IN EFFECT FROM MONDAY MORNING THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions possible, with afternoon
temperatures into the upper 80s to lower 90s.

* WHERE...In Oregon, North Oregon Coast and Central Oregon
Coast. In Washington, Willapa Hills and South Washington Coast.

* WHEN...Sunday afternoon through Sunday evening, and again late
Monday morning through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat will significantly increase the potential
for heat related illnesses, particularly for those working or
participating in outdoor activities.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Be prepared to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-
conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives
and neighbors.

Young children and pets should never be left unattended in
vehicles under any circumstances. This is especially true during
warm or hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal
temperatures in a matter of minutes.

28/07/2023

Fair starts on Tuesday!!! Entries for Community Competition are due tomorrow, Saturday, 10am-4pm at the Fairgrounds exhibit hall.

County Fair starts TUESDAY!

6 and under​​​​​​ free
ages 7-54​​​​​​​ $10
55 and older​​​​​​ $5

$40 cap per family​​​​​​

$35 5-Day Admission Booster Band available at the fair office.

Free parking

Bounce houses, monster truck rides, rock climbing, face painting, OMSI Science fest, mini golf, giant slide, face painting, talent show, pig roast, music!

Food galore!

Be watching for our daily schedule of events!

11/05/2023

EXCESSIVE HEAT WATCH IN EFFECT FROM SATURDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH
MONDAY EVENING...

* WHAT...Dangerously hot conditions with maximum temperatures up
to 95 possible. Minimum temperatures of 65 are possible.

* WHERE...Portions of northwest Oregon and southwest Washington.

* WHEN...From Saturday afternoon through Monday evening.

* IMPACTS...Extreme heat will significantly increase the
potential for heat related illnesses, particularly for those
working or participating in outdoor activities.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures will be slow to cool at night,
especially in urban areas and the Portland/Vancouver
Metropolitan area.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts and warnings for updates on this
situation. Be prepared to drink plenty of fluids, stay in an air-
conditioned room, stay out of the sun, and check up on relatives
and neighbors.

Young children and pets should never be left unattended in
vehicles under any circumstances. This is especially true during
warm or hot weather when car interiors can reach lethal
temperatures in a matter of minutes.

23/02/2023

Snow Closures

Ore. Coast Schools (9)
• Astoria Sch. Dist. - Closed Posted: Thu. 23rd, 04:12 AM
• Jewell School District - Closed Posted: Thu. 23rd, 04:46 AM
• Knappa Sch. Dist. - Closed Posted: Thu. 23rd, 05:03 AM
• Lincoln Co. Sch. Dist. - Closed More Info Here Posted: Wed. 22nd, 05:16 PM
• Neah-Kah-Nie Sch. Dist. - Closed More Info Here Posted: Thu. 23rd, 05:34 AM
• Nestucca Valley School District - Closed Posted: Thu. 23rd, 05:08 AM
• Seaside Sch. Dist. - Closed More Info Here Posted: Thu. 23rd, 05:35 AM
• Tillamook Sch. Dist. - All schools and district offices are closed. Day and evening activities are canceled. Posted: Thu. 23rd, 04:27 AM
• Warrenton-Hammond Sch. Dist. - Closed More Info Here UPDATE Posted: Thu. 23rd, 06:45 AM

Clatsop Community College - closed

13/02/2023

WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM MONDAY TO 10 AM
PST TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Wet snow expected. Total snow accumulations of a trace to
0.5 inches, except 0.5 to 3 inches above 500 feet. Winds
gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...In Oregon, North Oregon Coast. In Washington, South
Washington Coast.

* WHEN...From 10 PM Monday to 10 AM PST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous
conditions could impact the morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling.

22/12/2022

WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 2 PM THURSDAY TO 7 AM PST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Significant icing expected. Total ice accumulations of
one tenth to three tenths of an inch. Winds gusting as high as
35 mph.

* WHERE...In Oregon, North Oregon Coast. In Washington, South
Washington Coast.

* WHEN...From 2 PM Thursday to 7 AM PST Friday.

* IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the
ice. Travel could be difficult. The hazardous conditions could
impact the morning or evening commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures appear most likely to warm
above freezing Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. Prepare for possible power
outages.

For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1, or visit
for Oregon: https://www.tripcheck.com
and for Washington: https://wsdot.com/travel/real-time/map

The map provides traffic flow, travel alerts, cameras, weather conditions, mountain pass reports, rest areas and commercial vehicle restrictions.

20/12/2022

WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM THURSDAY MORNING THROUGH
FRIDAY MORNING

* WHAT...Heavy mixed precipitation possible. Total snow
accumulations of up to one inch and ice accumulations of one
tenth to one half of an inch possible.

* WHERE...In Oregon, North Oregon Coast. In Washington, South
Washington Coast.

* WHEN...From Thursday morning through Friday morning.

* IMPACTS...Power outages and tree damage are possible due to the
ice. Travel could be difficult. The hazardous conditions could
impact the Thursday afternoon commute and the Friday morning
commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Temperatures appear most likely to warm
above freezing late Thursday night into early Friday morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.

06/12/2022

Colder than average winter in store for Northwest

But Pacific Power tips for conserving energy and managing costs during winter can help you save money while staying comfortable



PORTLAND, Ore. – Dec. 6, 2022--It’s probably no surprise that the colder it gets outside the more energy it takes to keep your house warm. No one can change that basic equation, but with forecasters predicting a colder than average winter blowing our way, there are steps you can take to keep energy bills from giving you the chills.



“Cold air sneaks in and warm air leaks out. So, the first thing you can do is seal all windows or doors before the cold really sets in. This can be done now and the difference will show up as temperatures continue dipping below freezing,” said Cory Scott, vice president for customer and community solutions.



Another step is to switch to equal pay. Under equal pay, energy costs are averaged out over the year so bills are more predictable and manageable. Call us any time at 1-888-221-7070 to find out how this program can help you or download the Pacific Power app and make the switch via your mobile device.



“The sooner you call, the better for equal pay,” said Scott. “If you wait until the higher bills have already come, your average will have gone up, too. This program also helps if you have high cooling costs in the summer.”



Here are low-cost some tips you can use today to battle cold weather:



Set your thermostat as low as comfortable, aim for 68 degrees. When you are asleep or out of the house, lower the temperature by another 10 degrees and this will reduce your energy usage by about 10 percent.
Avoid the temptation to bump up the thermostat when it gets colder. That won’t get you to your desired temperature faster, you will just make your furnace run longer and use more energy.
Improve your home’s heating and cooling systems by cleaning or replacing furnace filters and scheduling routine system maintenance to help air flow through the system more efficiently. Move furniture that is blocking intakes or heat registers.
Use space heaters sparingly and safely. Running a 1,500-watt portable heater 8 hours a day for 30 days can add an extra $30 to a monthly power bill in winter.
You can save even more energy by taking a longer range view of your energy use. In Oregon, Pacific Power teams up with Energy Trust of Oregon to offer energy efficiency consultation and cash incentives to upgrade your home and save energy and money. Visit pacificpower.net/saveenergy or call the Energy Trust toll free at 1-866-368-7878 to learn more about qualifications and services.

30/11/2022

Clatsop County logging firm is named Operator of the Year for Northwest Oregon by the Oregon Department of Forestry

F and B Logging based in Warrenton, Ore., has been chosen as Operator of the Year for Northwest Oregon by one of three regional advisory committees to the Oregon Board of Forestry. The Regional Forest Practices Committee for Northwest Oregon selected the firm last month. F and B’s owner, Mike Falleur, will be recognized along with two other recipients representing Southwest and Eastern Oregon in Salem at the January 4 meeting of the Board. The other selected firms are:
* Eastern Oregon – Chuck Sarrett of Full Circle Consulting of La Grande, Ore.
* Southwest Oregon – R and R Logging of Florence, Ore.
The award recognizes forest operators who, while harvesting timber or doing other forestry work, protect natural resources at a level that consistently meets or goes above and beyond requirements of the Oregon Forest Practices Act . That law requires people to manage forests responsibly and protect streams and water quality, protect and enhance habitat, and reduce landslide risks. The law also requires landowners to replant forests after harvesting.

Videos about each of the three Operators of the Year and three Merit Award winners can be viewed on the ODF website at https://www.oregon.gov/odf/Working/Pages/default.aspx

ODF Forest Resources Division Chief Josh Barnard said, “The honorees this year innovated to protect water quality, and helped landowners be able to improve the health of their forests and reduce the risk of catastrophic wildfire through careful management planning. They have shown extraordinary care and diligence in challenging harvesting situations. We’re pleased to recognize the community spirit and leadership these operators have shown.”

Clatsop County-based logger Mike Falleur logs in the north Coast Range. Rainfall in the county averages 87 inches a year, about twice the amount that falls on Portland. Falleur was honored for protecting streams against sediment from clearcuts by an elaborate system of settling ponds and pumps. The pumps spread rain runoff onto forest vegetation to trap dirt and debris and keep it out of streams.

“Controlling runoff protects water quality for drinking water and fish that live in the streams,” said retired ODF Stewardship Forester Ashley Lertora, who nominated Falleur for Operator of the Year. “Mike is very conscientious about protecting water quality and makes pre-harvesting site visits to carefully plan how to manage runoff from the site. There’s never an issue because of that.”

Eastern Oregon
Chuck Sarrett has worked for decades in forestry in eastern Oregon, where he was born and raised. After a long career with Boise Cascade, he became a forestry consultant, starting his own firm called Full Circle Consulting. Sarrett came up with a much easier-to-use application to help forest landowners obtain federal assistance grants to manage their forestlands. He has helped scores of landowners develop forest management plans, a pre-requisite for obtaining federal funds. In addition, he has helped connect landowners with logging firms to carry out the work and in many cases he oversees the work at the request of the landowner. He has also helped mentor and train others to become forest consultants, who are scarce in northeast Oregon.
“Chuck is well respected and liked by the landowners in and around Union County,” said ODF Stewardship Forester Travis Lowe, who works with Chuck in the Northeast Oregon District. “His depth of knowledge and experience about what makes forests in northeast Oregon healthy helps him write management plans that leave the lands he consults about at less at risk from catastrophic wildfire, pests and diseases.”

Southwest Oregon
Bobby King of R and R King Logging in Florence comes from a logging family. He is often called upon by landowners to tackle difficult harvests in the steep terrain of the southern Oregon Coast Range. He was nominated for work he did protecting water quality in a forest unit that was bounded by a fish-bearing stream and a meandering tidal slough. Running logging cables from a high point across the slough allowed him to hoist logs above the protected trees buffering the slough and creek without damaging any. He also succeeded in logging around a stand of trees along a strip of neighboring land without damaging those.
Jon Laine, ODF Stewardship Forester who inspected the harvest unit, said King and his crew’s experience helped them also protect soils and keep neighbors happy. “They have the expertise and know how to take on these challenging projects and protect nearby waters and the land,” said Laine.
Merit Awards were also given to two eastern Oregon companies and a Reedsport-based logging firm.
* Chiloquin Lawn Care for helping small landowners remove overgrown brush to reduce fire danger on their property while protecting an aspen grove for wildlife.
* Wolfco Timber Services for an economically risky salvage harvest in the wake of the devastating Green Ridge Fire Oregon enacted the Forest Practices Act in 1971 as a national model for forest management laws. The law focuses on ensuring responsible forest operations and protecting natural resources in forestland. The Act has been updated many times based on new scientific information and values to create a balanced approach to natural resource management.

30/11/2022

US 30 is closed at mile point 74, about halfway between Astoria and Clatskanie, due to a landslide Tuesday night. The highway will be closed at least Wednesday, Nov. 30, and possibly longer so that crews can clear the debris and make sure the highway is safe to reopen. There is no estimate on when the highway can reopen. Please use an alternate route such as US 26 or OR 47 and 202. Please don't use off-highway routes in your GPS service - those roads can be very dangerous in these weather conditions.

04/11/2022

Severe Weather Alert

Severity: Unknown
The severity of this alert is not known.
Alert in Effect
From 4:07 PM (PDT), November 3, until 5:15 PM (PDT), November 4
Description..Potential for Urban and Creek Flooding and Minor Flooding of a few Rivers Friday and Saturday...

Heavy rain across Southwest Washington and Northwest Oregon will bring a threat of flooding to urban areas and flood-prone creeks and rivers. Precipitation totals will be 3 to 7 inches in the Coast Range, Willapa Hills and Cascades, with 1 to 3 inches for the lowlands. The heaviest rain will likely occur during the day on Friday. Snow levels will be as high as 7000 feet during the bulk of the heavy precipitation. Precipitation rates will diminish during the day Saturday. While confidence is high that we`ll see heavy rain in Southwest Washington and Northwest Oregon, the details of timing, amounts and specific watersheds affected are uncertain. Visit weather.gov/Portland to get the latest weather and river forecasts.
Urgency
Take action in the near future.
Affected Area
North Oregon Coast
Issued By
National Weather Service

US Dept of Commerce National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration National Weather Service Portland, OR5241 NE 122nd AvenuePortland, OR 97230-1089(503) 261-9246Comments? Questions? Please Contact Us.

26/10/2022

We are busy putting the final touches on the scavenger hunt for HALLOWEEN in UPPERTOWN. Everyone’s prizes and trick-or-treat goodies are arriving and Genesis the Gypsy with her Crystal ball, is excited to take your questions. This is going to be a fun one. There are two Astoria trick-or-treating events on Halloween this year - start at the event that runs from 3-5pm at the downtown businesses, then head to after. We’ll be celebrating from 4-7pm with trick-or-treating, even a cupcake walk from , a Victorian Halloween memory game from , prize wheel by , ping pong coffee mug toss by . Don’t miss the disk drop by , the fishing game from lu’s, the bag toss from and pick a stone to chase away nightmares with Stefanie the Bonfire Fairy at . There’s the ring toss game from and play the crab toss game with Laura (formerly ). MESS HALL MARKET will even whip up some fresh popcorn and there are 13 trick-or-treating stations and businesses to visit. This weekend a special wood pumpkin scene is being delivered so you can take photos for fun memories too. Free admission, family friendly.