Crews close St. Johns Bridge to handle emergency situation

PORTLAND, Ore. — Emergency responders have closed the St. Johns Bridge during the Tuesday afternoon commute, asking drivers on Highway 30 and in North Portland to find another route across the Columbia River.

Initial reports from Portland Fire & Rescue say they were trying to help a person in a mental health crisis.

The incident was first reported on the bridge at about 3:30 p.m…

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