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Filling sandbags Lebanon fire station

by Matt DeBow, Leb Express via mobile 1/19/2012 9:23:53 PM
Does anyone know about the Alsea/Kings Valley Junction being closed?

by Blonde Dagwood 1/19/2012 9:25:25 PM
Anyone else know the conditions through Avery park and into town from southtown?

by E 1/19/2012 9:25:51 PM
Oops! I meant just north of Metzger. It's not even a normal channel--just a place where the water is draining from the fields.

by AV_guy 1/19/2012 9:25:56 PM
Flooding at NE Circle and Walnut.

by cliff.kirkpatrick 1/19/2012 9:26:03 PM
by cliff.kirkpatrick 1/19/2012 9:26:15 PM
What used to bee a creek under the train trestles behind Village Green park.

by cliff.kirkpatrick 1/19/2012 9:26:23 PM
This is why Cheldelin is closed. No access from Ninth St.

by cliff.kirkpatrick 1/19/2012 9:26:32 PM
by cliff.kirkpatrick 1/19/2012 9:26:41 PM
Off Sherwood. Streets are flooded and some residents can't get out to Conifer.

by cliff.kirkpatrick 1/19/2012 9:26:50 PM
Red Cross says it's opening a flood shelter at Crescent Valley High School, 4444 NW Highland Drive, Corvallis. Information to come about shelters in other counties.

by Mike Mcinally, Mid-Valley... 1/19/2012 9:27:42 PM
Avery park was open at 1:00, river high.

by beckster 1/19/2012 9:28:36 PM
Bryant Drive just outside of Albany is covered in high water. There are no high water signs posted on Riverside Drive, so beware if you're headed that direction.

by Karen Petersen, Mid-valley 1/19/2012 9:29:21 PM
In Linn County, the Red Cross says it's opening an evacuation site at the Lighthouse Mennonite School, 31919 Oakville Road, in Shedd, 541-752-7450 Ext. 8206.

by Mike Mcinally, Mid-Valley... 1/19/2012 9:29:58 PM
Keep these facts in mind to stay alive and dry.

Flash floods can come rapidly and unexpectedly. They can occur within a few minutes or hours of excessive rainfall, or when a dam or levee fails and even a sudden release of water held by an ice or debris jam. Be cautious during storm seasons, or any time that flooding is common in your area.
You may not have warning that a flash flood is approaching.
Do not drive unless absolutely necessary.
Do not drive through flooded areas. If you see a flooded-out road ahead, turn around. Find another route to your destination.
If there is no other route, get to higher ground and wait for the waters to subside.
Even if the water appears shallow enough to cross, don't try it. Water hides dips in the road. Worse yet, there may be no road at all under the water. Flooding can scour away the entire road surface and a significant amount of ground beneath.
If your car stalls, abandon it immediately and climb to higher ground.
Six inches of water will reach the bottom of most passenger cars, causing loss of control or possible stalling.
One foot of water will float almost many vehicles.
Two feet of rushing water can sweep away most vehicles — including SUVs and pick-ups.

by jerryvicknor 1/19/2012 9:30:07 PM
Steel Towed Boots

by randy_p 1/19/2012 9:32:03 PM
RT @audgomez: In corvallis, the rain has stopped for now.

by EMentzer via twitter 1/19/2012 9:32:11 PM
Any information on where volunteers are needed?

by Crystal Beck 1/19/2012 9:32:15 PM
A friend is trying to rescue his mom in Brickerville, he's coming from Albany, is it possible?

by Kdalla5 1/19/2012 9:32:40 PM
ORE34
MP 45 - 47
ORE34, 5 miles East of Alsea
Closure
Crash/Hazard

Lanes Affected: (Westbound) 1 Lane , Shoulder (Eastbound) 1 Lane , Shoulder
Comments: A landslide has the highway closed, use alternate route.
Public Contact: ODOT/NWTOC Salem
Incident #: 121760
Last Updated: 01/19/2012 12:51 pm

by Jeff Douglas 1/19/2012 9:33:44 PM
@randy_p
Why are you towing boots made of steel?

by Tobias 1/19/2012 9:33:59 PM
@Crystal Beck - Home Depot needs help filling sandbags. Here is their address: 3500 Spicer Drive S.E., Albany.

by amanda.robbins 1/19/2012 9:34:58 PM
228 into Brownsville now closed. Linn West heading towards Brownsville closed as well.

by albanyresident 1/19/2012 9:36:46 PM
How is Hwy 34 from Sweet Home to Corvallis? My husband is heading to H.P.

by Sherrie 1/19/2012 9:36:48 PM
Corvallis School District staff and First Student, Inc. (transportation contractor) have been monitoring high water reports throughout the day. Students will be dismissed from school at their regular time. Transportation service to neighborhoods accessed from Conifer, Lancaster and Canterbury is still unavailable. Some bus routes, however, may experience delays as drivers are being cautious and may be rerouted as situations arise. If parents have questions regarding their students’ transportation, they should call First Student at 541-752-0174.

by amanda.robbins 1/19/2012 9:37:03 PM
How is Riverside Drive looking? There were a couple areas looking questionable this morning. Any changes?

by MissC 1/19/2012 9:37:20 PM
Home Depot at Albany would like volunteers to help fill sand bags.

by Sherriev 1/19/2012 9:38:18 PM
The president of Western Oregon University just sent out an email canceling all classes that begin after 4:30 pm today.

by Grant 1/19/2012 9:38:27 PM
Yes, I would love some information about getting form I-5 to Lebanon and Sweet Home.

by Love 1/19/2012 9:38:38 PM
Any volunteers needed in the Corvallis area? I know Albany needs some help, but don't want to risk getting stuck over there if the water rises more.

by Crystal Beck 1/19/2012 9:38:45 PM
Wou evening classes are cancelled

by doghouse 1/19/2012 9:38:48 PM
how is 228 from halsey to sweet home?

by mrs.m 1/19/2012 9:38:57 PM
All evening activities in the Corvallis School District have been canceled for Thursday.

by Mike Mcinally, Mid-Valley... 1/19/2012 9:39:00 PM
how do I get from brownsville to albany? 228 closed

by S 1/19/2012 9:39:10 PM
Take 7 mile lane to Hwy 34 then onto I-5

by grma 1/19/2012 9:39:49 PM
Rain has stopped here in Millersburg...

by mike4962 1/19/2012 9:40:09 PM
Ideas with regard to what is needed at flood shelter at CVHS? Food, blankets?

by Aria 1/19/2012 9:40:46 PM
I am calling now

by MELISSA 1/19/2012 9:42:22 PM
Any volunteer opportunities for someone who can't do heavy lifting?

by Sherriev 1/19/2012 9:43:33 PM
Is Knox butter resided enough to travel east from Albany

by mike4962 1/19/2012 9:44:03 PM
thanks GRMA, does anyone know the status of 7mile lane?

by S 1/19/2012 9:44:15 PM
Just because the rain has stopped in the area does not mean the danger is over. Rivers and creeks have yet to crest from the rest of the water around draining into them. Take extreme caution if you must drive somewhere.

by RJH 1/19/2012 9:44:55 PM
The Philomath City Council meeting will hold an emergency meeting at 4:00 p.m. today to consider a resolution declaring an emergency. This is part of a coordinated effort with other local jurisdictions in Benton County. An agenda will be posted to the city’s website later this afternoon. Please contact the City Manager’s office at (541) 929-6148 if there are any questions.

by Mike Mcinally, Mid-Valley... 1/19/2012 9:45:18 PM
Hwy. 228 east I-5 of is down to one lane with a flagger controlling traffic according to ODOT's TripCheck.

by Mj_Oregon 1/19/2012 9:45:37 PM