National Weather Service Warning for areas in Oregon

Warning is from 11 am Friday through 11pm Saturday

The forecast includes gusty winds, low humidity, and high temperatures. These extreme conditions increase the risk of fires.

To protect the public, Oregon’s electrical companies may initiate Public Safety Power Shutoffs (PSPS) to prevent electrical systems from igniting wildfires.

Power shut off times are estimated to begin within the time frames provided below by area for Friday, Sept. 9: For the latest updates click here.

Area Area 1: Mt. Hood Corridor/Foothills: Power Off

Area 2: Columbia River Gorge: Power Off

Area 3: Oregon City: 12 p.m. - 3 p.m.

Area 4: Estacada: Power Off

Area 5: Scotts Mills: 10 a.m. - 1 p.m.

Area 6: Portland West Hills 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Area 7: Tualatin Mountains 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Area 8: North West Hills 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Area 9: Central West Hills 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Area 10: Southern West Hills 11 a.m. – 2 p.m.

Preventive Outage Area - Silver Falls: Power Off

Preventive Outage Area - Silverdale/Corbett: Power Off

For a more detailed map click here.

If a Public Safety Power Shutoff (PSPS) happens, some people won’t have electricity. It’s possible some might lose power for up to 48 hours.

Here is a short checklist of preparations everyone should have in place:

• Charge devices

• Locate flashlights

• Have water and non-perishable food on hand

• Gather medications

• Know natural supports

• Be ready to evacuate if needed

• Have a “go bag” ready, including chargers and essential documents

• Know how to find out where your nearest cooling center is

• Click here for a more extensive outage plan and tips.

You can also sign up for emergency notifications from Oregon’s local alert system here.

Office Closure - Labor Day Observance