"Oregon Storm: Freezing Rain, Electrocution, and Closures - What You Need to Know"

Freezing rain has hit parts of the Portland area, with more expected in the evening, potentially reaching as far west as Hillsboro. Temperatures are likely to drop further, causing conditions to deteriorate. The heaviest precipitation should stop by midnight, but some light rain may continue into Friday morning, adding to existing ice accumulation. A gradual increase in temperatures is expected on Friday, possibly rising above freezing in the afternoon. Residents have been dealing with overwhelming winter weather for over a week, with schools closed since last Friday.