"Oregon Braces for Severe Ice Storm: Road Closures and Warnings Issued"

Portland drivers should expect slick and dangerous road surfaces Wednesday morning as freezing rain transitions to rain, with some areas taking longer to thaw. Residents are urged to stay off the roads to allow for de-icing efforts, and Interstate 84 remains closed. Temperatures are expected to rise in the afternoon, turning roads into slush, and the Portland Bureau of Transportation advises monitoring forecasts and delaying trips if possible. Ice accumulations are expected, and caution is advised for both driving and walking.