Winter weather brings increased road risks in Oregon, so slow down
When winter weather hits, car collisions increase. Snow, rain, fog and ice can cause slick roads and low visibility. Wind can down trees, creating ...
When winter weather hits, car collisions increase. Snow, rain, fog and ice can cause slick roads and low visibility. Wind can down trees, creating hazards in the roadways. Oregon State Police public information officer Kyle Kennedy said drivers need to face the truth: They cannot drive the same speed in these weather conditions that they would on a typical day.Cars head southbound on Highway 217 at Walker Road in Beaverton, Ore., on Dec. 15, 2016, following a snow storm.Nate Sjol / OPB'We post our speeds on the highway, and those speeds are meant for optimal driving conditions,' Kennedy said.