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May 20, 2020 Page 2 Train Hits Lombard Overpass A Union Pacific freight train derailed early Tuesday in north Portland, damag- ing an overpass on North Lombard Street in the industrial area served by the Port of Portland. Lombard was closed at North Terminal Road as bridge inspectors from the Portland Bureau of Transportation as- sess the damage. According to Union Pacific, three empty train cars came off the tracks as crews were attempting to move empty rail cars out of the Port of Portland around 6:15 a.m. One of the empty cars struck the overpass. Another access to the port’s Terminal 4 was still open and crews were working on getting more lanes open. No injuries resulted from the crash, ac- cording to Union Pacific. They are evaluat- ing the scene and will begin removing the rail cars once necessary evidence is gath- ered, officials said. A Union Pacific freight train derailed early Tuesday in north Portland and one of the cars jammed up against an overpass on North Lombard Street. (Photo by Portland Bureau of Transportation) Got COVID-19 Symptoms? Test ASAP New guidelines issued to slow virus spread Anyone who develops symp- toms of the new coronavirus (COVID-19) is urged to contact their health care provider about testing as soon as possible, ac- cording to new guidelines issued Monday from Clark County Pub- lic Health. The Centers for Disease Con- trol and Prevention recently ex- panded the list of symptoms con- sistent with COVID-19 and now urge health care pro- viders to test all pa- tients with COVID-19 symptoms, saying ear- ly testing is critical to slowing the spread of the virus. For people with either a cough, short- ness of breath or difficulty breath- ing, they may have COVID-19 and should call their health care provider to request test- ing right away, officials said. If someone has at least two of the fol- lowing symptoms they should also call their health care provider to request testing: Fe- ver, chills, repeated C ontinued on P age 11 A TriMet passenger wears a face mask as he prepares to board public transit. TriMet is now requiring riders to wear face coverings to support the safety of its riders and employees during the coronavirus public health crisis. Face Coverings in the age of COVID-19 TriMet now requires masks for safety On guidance of the Oregon governor’s office, TriMet an- nounced additional actions Mon- day to promote safety during the coronavirus public health crisis. “Over the last two months, TriMet has elevated our cleaning protocols, provided riders direc- tion to stay healthy and changed procedures to increase the wellbe- ing of our bus operators and other front-line staff,” said TriMet Gen- eral Manager Doug Kelsey. “Now, as we look forward to the TriMet of tomorrow, we will step up even more. It is paramount that our cus- tomers feel safe with the transit service we provide. Gov. Brown’s order helps build on everything we’ve done to date.” Based on the direction of the Oregon Health Authority, TriMet will now require riders to wear face coverings; install face cover- ing and hand sanitizer dispensers inside all buses and trains; and require passengers to maintain 3-feet distancing from each other and 6 feet from the operator. As the governor eases stay-at- home restrictions in some coun- ties across the state, TriMet plans to increase the limits on the num- ber of people on board, increase onboard cleaning throughout the service day, add more opera- tor safety panels and continue to educate riders about COVID-19 symptoms and precautions. The requirement for riders to use face coverings on transit goes into effect Wednesday, May 20. OHA also strongly recommends riders use face coverings at rail stations, transit centers and busy bus stops. This follows the guid- ance of the Centers for Disease Control when physical distancing of at least 6 feet from other indi- viduals cannot be maintained. When people wear face cover- ings it sends a strong message of community. It shows respect and caring for our neighbors and each other, officials said. TriMet urges riders and its employees alike to follow this requirement to help keep everyone safe. Children under the age of two should not wear face coverings, nor should people with medi- cal conditions or disabilities that prevent it. Face coverings should cover both the mouth and nose. Providing Insurance and Financial Services Home Office, Bloomington, Illinois 61710 Ernest J. Hill, Jr. Agent 311 NE Killingsworth St, Portland, OR 97211 503 286 1103 Fax 503 286 1146 ernie.hill.h5mb@statefarm.com 24 Hour Good Neighbor Service R State Farm R
