Travelers Stranded for Hours on Interstate 5 South of Eugene, With Some Sleeping In Vehicles

Traffic congestion on Interstate 5. Photo by Stephanie Yao Long/Staff for LC- The OregonianLC- The Oregonian

In a report from The Oregonian, severe winter conditions led to extensive traffic disruptions on Interstate 5, south of Eugene, Oregon, on Sunday and Monday. The harsh weather required vehicles to use chains, but many vehicles without proper equipment encountered difficulties, resulting in crashes and blockages on the interstate starting Sunday evening.

The situation worsened into Monday, creating significant delays, especially for northbound traffic. David House, a spokesperson for the Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT), explained that despite proactive measures such as increased de-icing and sanding, the storm’s intensity made driving challenging. He

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