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4 B SIUSLAW NEWS ❚ SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 25, 2017 OSP urges safe travels over holiday weekend OSP is urging motorists to travel safely this Thanksgiving Holiday Weekend. Other traffic advisories to motorists are winter travel con- ditions and Black Friday shop- ping. This holiday period (Wednesday through Sunday) will see one of the highest vol- umes of traffic in over a decade according to AAA Oregon and Idaho. As with other holiday weekends, OSP is urging motorists to plan ahead, expect heavy traffic and poor driving conditions, with rain expected at lower elevations and snow in the mountain passes. Know the road conditions before traveling by going to www.tripchceck.com. Winter travel — Those trav- eling in lower elevations, expect rain and wet roadways. Increase your following dis- tances due to decreased traction on those wet roadways. For those traveling Oregon’s mountain passes, expect snow- fall and winter driving condi- tions. Know when traction tires are required by visiting tripcheck.com. Too often, mountain pass crashes are caused by those not using traction tires. These crashes cause delays that last hours at times. If chains are the traction device, know how to install or use them. Motorists are oftrn found struggling in deep snow and below freezing conditions attempting to put them on for the first time. During Black Friday shop- ping, there has historically been major traffic issues on Interstate 5 in Woodburn on Thanksgiving evening and the following Friday due to the high volume of shoppers fre- quenting the Woodburn Outlet Mall. There has traditionally been backed up traffic prior to the Woodburn exit. Motorists are asked to consider taking alter- nate routes to Woodburn. OSP will be focusing enforcement efforts on motorists driving on the shoul- are stuck in your vehicle during your trip • Get a designated driver (plan ahead) if you plan on con- suming intoxicating substances • Put the distractions away. Pull over to use that handheld electronic device, ask as pas- senger to help or wait to arrive at your destination to use them • Watch your speed; often speeding will not get you to your destination any faster. You will fatigue faster, burn more fuel, and create a more haz- ardous environment on the highway. • Be extra vigilant in high- way work zones. Even when workers are not present, all work zone speed limits still der of I-5, parking on the shoul- der of I-5 and any other haz- ardous behavior. Another issue has been motorists driving past the backed up traffic and then try- ing to squeeze in prior to the Woodburn exit. OSP will be in the area actively enforcing traf- fic laws. OSP is also urging motorists to plan their travels: • Expect heavy traffic vol- umes. Take extra time to reach your destination • Visit ODOT’s traveler page www.tripcheck.com • Be prepared in the event you become stuck during your travels — Carry water, food, and blankets in the event you apply and fines double; inactive work zones still have equip- ment, detours, and incomplete changes in the roadway so driv- ers need to slow down and be alert • Get rested before you trav- el. Fatigued drivers are more frequent during holiday week- ends because of increased trav- el and activity; be patient and allow plenty of time to reach your destination. • Wear your safety belt Ensure your passengers and children are properly restrained too. We see too many crashes were people would have walked away with minor in any injuries Siuslaw Viewfinders announce November winners The Siuslaw Viewfinders Camera Club theme for November was “Sky Lights” and the results were memo- rable. First place went to Jane Pittenger with a view of the Milky Way competing with some car headlights partially blocked by a hill at the edge of the ocean. Curt Peters took second place with a photo of the Grand Tetons from his recent trip to Wyoming. This picture was taken early in the morning with Photos by (from left): Jane Pittenger, Curt Peters and John McMahon of the Siuslaw Viewfinders Club. only the tops of the mountains “Alpenglow.” McMahon’s picture of fire- the Milky Way. Monday, Dec. 4, in the in direct light. In third place was John works against the backdrop of The next meeting will be Bromley Room of The Siuslaw The effect is called Turtles from 1B of rough seas and cold water. As soon as we find a stranded turtle, it is our goal to stabilize the animal so that we can get it back to warmer waters,” said Jim Burke, Director of Animal Husbandry at the Oregon Coast Aquarium. “The successful release of stranded sea turtles, as represented by Lightning and Solstice, supports that the aquari- um’s efforts make a positive differ- ence in conserving threatened and endangered marine species.” But the aquarium and its staff can’t do it alone. Cooperation between the public, as well as feder- al and state agencies and partner organizations are the hallmark of a successful conservation program and key to halting the decline of sea tur- tle populations. The public can also be a part of the team effort. Anyone who finds a sea turtle on the beach should imme- diately note its location, remain nearby to observe it if possible, and contact the Oregon State Police Tipline at 800-452-7888 or the Marine Mammal Stranding Network Public Library, beginning at 6 p.m. in Oregon, Washington and California at 1-866-767-6114. The aquarium is open every day this winter (except Dec. 25) from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. For more information visit aquari- um.org or call 541-867-3474. Power Chevrolet of Newport Finding New Roads 2017 Buick LaCrosse GM MSRP . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . $43,725 Power Discount . . . . . . . . . –$3,826 EMPLOY E PRICING E $39,899 ON SEL E SEE DEA CT VEHICLES. LER FOR DETAILS . HOLIDAY PRICE 20% OFF Lease a new 2017 Buick LaCrosse for $399 per month for 27 months with $4,898.69 customer cash due at signing. MSRP $43,725 dealer discount $3,826. Sale price $39,899. 27 month 12,000 mile per year lease end residual $25,360. 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