Fern Hill Road is closed due to flooding

The gates at Fern Hill Road are up, blocking access to a popular route for Forest Grove commuters trying to get to the east side of the county.

“Fern Hill Road is closed between Taylor Way and Geiger Road due to flooding,” the Washington County Department of Land Use and Transportation said in a message.

Two gates—one at Taylor Way and one at Geiger Road—on Fern Hill Road are shut by county crews as water floods the roadway.

Before driving the road during periods of heavy rain, it’s always good practice to check out the cameras on tripcheck.com to see if it’s closed or not.

The county urged motorists to find an alternative route.

Flood Watch, Wind Advisory issued in Forest Grove area

The Portland office of the National Weather Service issued a Flood Watch for much of Northwest Oregon, including Forest Grove. The watch is in effect through late Tuesday night. A Wind Advisory runs from noon Monday through 4 a.m. Tuesday.

News in the GroveChas Hundley