PORTLAND, Ore. (KATU) — Highway 26 is closed between the Sylvan Hill and Highway 217 after an overnight fire damaged powerlines, knocking out power for thousands and creating a hazard along the Sunset Highway.
Tualatin Valley Fire & Rescue said its crews were called out to a power pole fire on SW Barnes Road late Monday night.
“The fire is under control, but the pole is threatening the nearby MAX light rail service and HWY 26 in both directions near the 217 exit,” TVF&R said…