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january11
2011
Consider all of the conditions
before you drive this winter.
Winter weather in Oregon can make driving
downright hazardous at times. But weather
isn’t the only condition that leads to safe win-
ter driving. Here are a few things to consider
before you hit the road.
with emergency supplies, a full tank of gas and
a charged cell phone so you can call 9-1-1 in an
emergency. We hope you never need us, but if
you do, we’re here to help you arrive safely at
your destination.
Weather conditions Check a weather web site,
such as www.weather.gov/forecasts/graphi-
cal/sectors/pacnorthwest.php, for driving con-
ditions to help you decide when and if to hit the
road, or across the mountains and into the city.
Your own condition Have you had enough
rest? Or a few drinks? Honestly assess your
own ability to drive safely before you get
behind the wheel in winter’s more challenging
driving conditions.
Road conditions Oregon Department
of Transportation continually updates
www.tripcheck.org with road and weather
conditions, construction zones and road
camera views.
Columbia 9-1-1
Communications District.
Always there.
Your car’s condition How are your tires? Do
you have chains? You should also be prepared
P.O. Box 998 St. Helens, OR 97051
Administrative Office: (503) 397-7255 Non-emergency Dispatch: (503) 397-1521 1-800-696-7795
www.columbia911.com
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859 Bridge Street
Vernonia, OR 97064
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