"Portland Hit by Arctic Blast, Toppling 350+ Trees"
Originally Published 2 years ago — by KOIN.com
Portland Parks & Recreation Urban Forestry team is dealing with over 350 calls for downed trees and large branches following a snowstorm, strong winds, and icy temperatures. The team is prioritizing tree removal on major roads and freeways before moving to neighborhood streets, while arborists are working to clear fallen trees. A second winter storm is expected to hit the area, potentially causing more hazardous road conditions, power outages, and downed trees. The combination of wet soil, shallow root systems, and freezing temperatures has led to numerous trees falling, and the Portland Water Bureau is also responding to burst pipes and water main breaks due to the frigid conditions.