Benton County, OR – Drivers across Benton County are being urged to slow down this morning as icy road conditions are causing crashes, particularly along Highway 99W, according to local authorities.
According to the Benton County Sheriff’s Office, deputies are currently responding to multiple crashes related to icy roads reported early this morning. Officials say freezing conditions have made travel hazardous in several areas, with Highway 99W identified as a primary trouble spot for drivers.
The sheriff’s office issued a public alert warning motorists to use caution, reduce speeds, and allow extra travel time. Authorities emphasized that emergency dispatch lines should remain open for life-threatening emergencies and asked residents not to call 911 to report general road conditions.
Instead, drivers are encouraged to report icy or hazardous road conditions through the county’s designated reporting system, allowing emergency resources to remain available for active crashes and urgent calls.
Highway 99W serves as a key commuter route through Benton County, connecting Corvallis to surrounding communities and neighboring counties. Morning traffic delays are possible as deputies continue responding to incidents and as drivers navigate slick roadways.
Officials did not immediately release details on injuries or the number of vehicles involved in the crashes. Conditions may change quickly as temperatures fluctuate throughout the morning.
Drivers are advised to monitor local weather updates, check road conditions before traveling, and consider delaying trips if possible until conditions improve.
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