"Fatal Electrocution: Oregon's Winter Storm Claims Three Lives"
TL;DR
Three people died in Portland after a falling tree branch brought down a power line onto their vehicle, causing them to be electrocuted when they tried to exit. A baby in the car was unharmed. This incident adds to the 11 deaths related to winter storms in Oregon, including hypothermia, fires, and falling trees. Portland Fire & Rescue reminds people to stay inside their vehicles and contact emergency services if they encounter downed power lines.
- 3 dead from electrocution in Portland as winter storm death toll climbs Oregon Public Broadcasting
- 3 Killed in Oregon as Northwest Braces for More Freezing Rain, Ice and Snow The New York Times
- 3 killed, toddler saved after live power line falls onto car in Northeast Portland KOIN 6
- Three killed after power line falls on car in NE Portland, officials say KATU
- Oregon Ice Storm Leaves At Least Three Dead The Weather Channel
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