Wednesday, December 31, 2014

Current Information 12/31/14 - Ice Formation on Deschutes River in Bend

Ice formation has caused the Deschutes River to rise between the Colorado Avenue Bridge and the Galveston Avenue Bridge.  Water is cresting into yards of a small number homes on Riverfront Street.  The ice on the river is extremely dangerous.  It’s important to keep you and your pets away.
Officials from the City of Bend, Deschutes County, the Oregon Water Resources Department and Pacific Power are monitoring river levels.  Flows through the city are decreasing and that trend is expected to continue over the next several days.
As a precaution, the city and county are providing sandbags to affected residents.  Filled sandbags can be picked up along Riverfront Street. 

The city will continue to monitor river levels and contact affected residents as soon as possible.  For more information, call the Deschutes County Emergency Hotline at 541-550-4886. This number provides citizens and media with public information as it pertains to emergency incidents in or affecting Deschutes County.

Tuesday, December 30, 2014

Current Information 12/30/14

There are currently no incidents to report on.  Deschutes County is experiencing winter conditions and the public should be prepared for varied weather conditions and quickly changing conditions.

Tuesday, December 23, 2014

Current Information 12/23/14

Most streamflows have returned closer to normal and are not threatening any property.  Residents should be aware of potential for streamflows to vary due to weather and water conditions and take precautions to minimize damage during times of high water.

Monday, December 22, 2014

Current Information 12/22/14 8:00 AM Flood Watch

The flood watch for Central Oregon expired this morning.

Stream flows in Whychus Creek dropped consistently through the night.

Both Whychus Creek and Tumalo Creek are running high.  The public should be cautious around these streams as there are significant dangers to swift water especially since high water can modify stream and bank conditions.

All residents along waterways should be mindful of weather and stream conditions including preparing their property for high water conditions.

Sunday, December 21, 2014

Current Information 12/21/14 8:00 PM Flood Watch

The National Weather Service has revised the Flood Watch for the east slopes of the Cascades, which is in effect until 4 AM on Monday 12/22/14.

Although several streams are still high, water levels are leveling off or receding.  Whychus Creek, Tumalo Creek, and the Deschutes River downstream from the confluence with Tumalo Creek (including the community of Tumalo) are still running above normal.

Weather conditions are beginning to be more favorable, but conditions could change and residents along these streams should be alert for rising water and be ready to take protective actions.

For more information regarding weather conditions and hazardous weather advisories see:

Pendleton Weather

Current Information 12/21/14 11:30 AM

Pictures of Whychus Creek in Sisters.

Current Information 12/21/14 11:00 AM

Whychus Creek in Sisters is running high due to heavy rain and warm temperatures.  Residents living along the creek should be prepared for minor flooding.  The City of Sisters and Deschutes County have made sand and sandbags available at Sisters City Hall.

Friday, December 19, 2014

Current Information 12/19/14 - Wind Advisory and Flood Watch

Potential for heavy rainfall throughout the region could cause streams to rise.

High winds are expected through the weekend, which could make driving difficult, cause minor property damage, and disrupt power.

See link below to weather advisories:

National Weather Service

Thursday, December 11, 2014

Current Information 12/11/14 - High Wind Warning

A HIGH WIND WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 PM PST THIS
EVENING.

* TIMING: WINDS WILL INCREASE THIS MORNING AND PEAK THIS
  AFTERNOON BEFORE SUBSIDING THIS EVENING.

* WINDS: SOUTH WINDS 25 TO 40 MPH GUSTING TO 60 MPH.

* IMPACTS: SUDDEN GUSTS WILL MAKE TRAVELING DIFFICULT...
  ESPECIALLY FOR HIGH PROFILE VEHICLES. LOOSE OBJECTS...
  INCLUDING HOLIDAY DECORATIONS...MAY SUDDENLY BECOME
  AIRBORNE.


For more information, go to:  Pendleton Weather


Residents should prepare themselves for power outages due to wind.


Wednesday, December 3, 2014

Current Information 12/03/14

There are currently no incidents to report on.  Deschutes County is experiencing winter conditions and the public should be prepared for varied weather conditions and quickly changing conditions.