Your Wednesday evening update on Salem news
Good evening, Salem.
A winter storm warming for Salem begins at 4 p.m. Thursday, with the National Weather Service’s Portland office warning ice accumulations and resulting power outages are likely.
Portland General Electric and Pacific Power also warned customers to be prepared for power to go off. The utility recommends stocking an emergency kit with the following supplies:
- Flashlight or headlamps.
- Battery-powered or hand crank radio and alarm clock or watch.
- Car charger for your cell phone, laptops and/or tablets.
- 72-hour supply of ready-to-eat food and water.
- Extra blankets.
- Bottled water for people and animals (if you rely on electricity to pump water).
Our team will keep a close eye on forecasts heading into the weekend and let you know of any changes or major outages affecting Salem.
You can always find our latest coverage on our website. Here’s some of today’s news.
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The National Weather Service is forecasting severe weather for Salem starting Thursday ahead of the holiday weekend as many plan to travel outside the Willamette Valley and through snowy mountain…
20 Dec 2022
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The National Weather Service is forecasting severe weather for Salem starting Thursday ahead of the holiday weekend as many plan to travel outside the Willamette Valley and through snowy mountain…
20 Dec 2022
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A driver struck Linda Louise Wisher, 74, as she was crossing the driveway to an apartment complex along Southeast Madrona Avenue, police said.
21 Dec 2022
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A driver struck Linda Louise Wisher, 74, as she was crossing the driveway to an apartment complex along Southeast Madrona Avenue, police said.
21 Dec 2022
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The Secretary of State’s Office said the commission in charge of Oregon’s 17 community colleges needs to improve student achievement and access.
21 Dec 2022
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The Secretary of State’s Office said the commission in charge of Oregon’s 17 community colleges needs to improve student achievement and access.
21 Dec 2022
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