Winter storm forces officials to suspend MAX, cancel streetcar
PORTLAND, Ore. (KOIN) -- The winter storm sweeping the region is forcing public transportation riders to plan ahead of their trips and make some adjustments on Friday.
Riders won't be able to use the Portland streetcar on Friday as all service lines are canceled.
Portlanders hoping to take the MAX should look for another way around the city. TriMet is temporarily suspending all MAX light rail services as many trains are reportedly stuck in ice and snow.
Further, TriMet announced it's reducing bus service for a number of lines, including FX2, 4, 6, 8, 9, 12, 14, 15, 20, 33, 54, 56, 57, 72, 73, 75 and 76.
Riders can check their ride status by visiting TriMet’s website.
TriMet reminds riders that buses will be traveling with heavy-duty chains meaning they will not travel faster than 25 mph.