**Updated as of 9:00am on 1/16/24**
The National Weather Service has issued an ice storm effect until 10pm on Tuesday, January 16, 2024 for the affected areas: Central Coast Range of Western Oregon-South Willamette Valley-Including the cities of Grand Ronde, Burnt Woods, Tidewater, Swisshome, Veneta, Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis, Albany, and Lebanon.
We’ve copied the NWS warning information below. Continue to monitor sources for updates on weather and resources in Lincoln County.
Summary:
The National Weather Service has issued an Ice Storm Warning for Tuesday, January 16, 2024 from 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. in areas of Lincoln County east of the coast. Significant icing is expected in some areas, with total snow accumulations of up to one inch in the central Coast Range and ice accumulations of around two-tenths of an inch. Travel is strongly discouraged. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, water and warm clothing and blankets in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Prepare for possible power outages. For updates on road conditions, check tripcheck.com.
Some Key tips:
- Make appropriate plans as soon as possible to ensure safety.
- If you are without power or otherwise impacted, reach out to friends, family, and/or neighbors for support. The Lincoln County Call Center may also be able to help navigate resources: 541-265-0621
- Some shelters are available. Bookmark these pages for updated information and resources: Lincoln County Emergency Management Page and Lincoln County Website – Winter Weather Update Page.
- If there is an immediate life-safety concern, call 911.
- Be aware of changing conditions, wind chill conditions may be present, review preparedness tips in the NWS Winter Safety booklet
- Know before you go – TripCheck road conditions and NWS weather forecasts
- Check with your family, friends, and neighbors who are vulnerable to the cold, including older adults, infants and children, people with illnesses or disabilities, and pets.
- Call 211 for local resources and warming centers: 211info.org/winter-and-severe-weather-shelters
Copied from the National Weather Service Update (NWS):
- What: Significant icing expected. Total snow accumulations of up to one inch and ice accumulations of around two tenths of an inch.
- Where: Central Coast Range of Western Oregon and South Willamette Valley - Central Coast Range of Western Oregon-South Willamette Valley-Including the cities of Grand Ronde, Burnt Woods, Tidewater, Swisshome, Veneta, Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis, Albany, and Lebanon.
- When: From 11 AM to 10 PM PST Tuesday.
- Impacts: Power outages and tree damage are likely due to the ice. Travel will be difficult.
- Precautionary/Preparedness Actions:
- Travel is strongly discouraged. 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
***Shelter Information Updated at 9:00am on 1/16/24***
The City of Toledo has closed the Toledo shelter.
***Shelter Information Updated on 7:30pm on 1/15/24***
Due to power restoration and low need in the Depoe Bay area, Depoe Bay has closed their shelter. Other shelters are available in Lincoln County and are listed below.
**Updated as of 4:45pm on 1/15/24**
Some Lincoln County communities may be impacted or without power for several more days. Please make preparations and use available resources. If you have a life-safety event, call 911. If you need help navigating the resources in this message, use the call centers listed below.
- If you are without power and able to stay with friends, family, or at a hotel with power, that is the best option for sheltering during this event.
- If you are not able to use the resources mentioned above, there are some sheltering options below.
Information in this message:
- Shelters
- Transportation to Shelters
- How to Report Downed Power Lines and Outages
- Call Centers
- Community Resources in General
- How Can I Help?
- Weather Updates and Anticipated Impacts
- Where Can I Find the Most Updated Information?
Shelters:
- Confederated Tribes of Siletz Indians
- What: Tribal Warming Station
- When: Open until the power is back on in Siletz.
- Where: Tribal Health Clinic, 200 Gwee-Shut Rd, Siletz, OR 97380.
- Who: All community members
- What You Need: Bring sleeping gear, snacks, and/or comfort items if possible.
- More information: www.facebook.com/CTSIgov or 541-270-2536
- CLOSED
-City of Depoe Bay - CLOSEDWhat: Temporary Winter ShelterWhere: Depoe Bay Community Hall, 220 SE Bay St, Depoe Bay, OR 97341.Who: All community membersWhat You Need: Bring sleeping gear, snacks, and/or comfort items if possible.
- CLOSED
City of Toledo What: Temporary Winter Shelter with coffee and snacksWhere: St. John’s Epi church, 110 NE Alder St, Toledo, OR 97391Who: All community membersWhen: 6pm - 8am What You Need: Bring sleeping gear, snacks, and/or comfort items if possible.
- City of Newport
- What: Temporary Winter Shelter with meals provided
- Where: Newport Recreation Center, 225 SE Avery St, Newport.
- Who: Community members in general, older adults, limited space available for cats and dogs accompanied by community members.
- What You Need: Bring sleeping gear, snacks, and/or comfort items if possible.
- More information: Please call 541-270-1005.
- Lincoln County Winter Shelters – NEWPORT site
Transportation to Shelters:
- Pac West (on clear and accessible roads): 541-265-3175
- From 8am – 5pm ask for the Wheel Chair Division
- Newport Area: 541-270-1005
- Newport Area: Newport Parks & Rec, Alberto: 541-819-2748
- Work with friends, neighbors, or family members for transportation.
- Have you already tried the options above? Call the Lincoln County Call Center for further assistance: 541-265-0621
How to Report Downed Power Lines and Outages
- Central Lincoln PUD: clpud.org or call 877.265.3211
- Pacific Power: Call 877-508-5088
- Consumer Power: 541-929-3124 or 800-872-9036
Call Centers:
- Lincoln County Call Center: 541-265-0621
- Siletz Info Line: 541-270-2536
Community Resources in General:
- Questions about Lincoln County Houseless Shelters or the City of Newport’s Winter Weather Temporary Shelter, call Chantelle: 541-270-2396
- Call 211 or visit 211.info.org for community resources including shelters and more.
How can I help?
- Check on your friends and neighbors. Offer assistance when you can. Neighbors may need a ride to shelters or hotels with power, supplies, or other help that you can offer.
- Make smart and safe decisions. Many roads have been cleared, but some may still be icy and debris may continue to fall or become hazardous.
- If roads are closed, do not try to access them. This puts yourself, first responders, and work crews at risk. This can delay work on the road and may mean first responders won’t be able to reach you.
- Be aware sidewalks, paths, and roads may be slippery. Use caution and avoid unnecessary risks.
- If you are using generators, practice generator safety and power safety outage safety in general: www.ready.gov/power-outages?fbclid=IwAR13zcEN9GKp79lXEw0M475TilNlmZhOgLYqt47j0D6vKthfEGVpLHGcE-Y#generator
Weather Updates and anticipated impacts:
- Continue to monitor the National Weather Service for updated weather forecasts.
- As of this posting, there may be power outages for several more days. Continue to check with your power provider for the most updated information. Their info is listed below.
- Remember to check on friends, family, and neighbors. Offer assistance as you are able.
Where can I find the most updated information?
- Continue to follow County, City, Tribal information pages.
- Lincoln County Emergency Management Facebook Page: www.facebook.com/lcemergencymanagement
- Lincoln County Sheriff’s Office: www.co.lincoln.or.us/215/Sheriffs-Office
- Road closures, Trip Check: tripcheck.com or call 511
- Weather updates/alerts, National Weather Service: www.weather.gov
- Power Outages, Service Status, and Provider Updates:
- Central Lincoln Power: clpud.org
- Pacific Power: www.pacificpower.net
- Consumers Power: www.cpi.coop
- View messages sent via Lincoln Alerts: https://member.everbridge.net/892807736721689/notif
**Update as of 2:30pm on 1/15/24**
The Lincoln County Call Center is now open to help with some information and resource needs.
It is still best to follow information sources for timely updates
and resources, but our team will help you troubleshoot if you are not able to navigate the resources listed below and in our previous posts. Call Center: 541-265-0621
**Update as of 12:30pm on 1/15/24**
Partners throughout Lincoln County have been working tirelessly this week and weekend to meet community needs. Please see the information below for updates on sheltering, weather, and road conditions. Continue to stay safe and check on neighbors as you are able.