The outside landscape of Salem, Oregon’s Historical Downtown District. Photo taken by Connor Stewart, ’26.
BREAKING – Salem, OR
After days of heavy rainfall in the Pacific Northwest, the City of Salem’s Emergency Management team releases an advisory to citizens.
In their public safety message, sent at 11:12 a.m., the management team told locals to “Be ready to evacuate from Along Salem Mill Creek, Shelton Ditch, and Lower Pringle Creek North of Mission Street.”
Their message rang aloud on phones and WiFi-connected devices alike.
The safety message included that this is a level one flood alert. A level one alert advises locals to stay alert; the city hasn’t had anyone evacuate yet.
Although unknown, there are no public reports of business or institutions closing down or enacting further measures. For information on flood safety, advisory meetings and practices, information is available via the City of Salem.
This is an updating article, The Clypian will provide updates as received.
