Portions of I-84 Remain Closed Due to Weather

North Powder School District on 2-hour delay

Published on Feb. 21, 2026

Portions of Interstate 84 in Eastern Oregon remain closed on Monday morning due to winter weather conditions, with closures in both directions between Pendleton and La Grande, westbound lanes closed between Baker City and La Grande, and westbound lanes closed to trucks between Ontario and Baker City. The North Powder School District is also operating on a 2-hour delay.

Why it matters

The closures on I-84, a major east-west highway in Oregon, are causing significant disruptions to travel in the region, impacting commuters, commercial traffic, and emergency services. The 2-hour delay for the North Powder School District also affects students and families in the local community.

The details

According to the latest updates from the Oregon Department of Transportation, the following closures are in effect as of 6:05 a.m. on Monday morning: Pendleton to La Grande is closed in both directions, Baker City to La Grande has westbound lanes closed, and Ontario to Baker City has westbound lanes closed to trucks. The North Powder School District has also announced a 2-hour delay for the start of the school day.

  • As of 6:05 a.m. on Monday, February 18, 2026

The players

Oregon Department of Transportation

The state agency responsible for managing and maintaining Oregon's transportation infrastructure, including highways, roads, and bridges.

North Powder School District

The public school district serving the North Powder, Oregon area, which has announced a 2-hour delay for the start of the school day due to the weather conditions.

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The takeaway

The ongoing closures on I-84 and the 2-hour delay for the North Powder School District highlight the significant impact that winter weather can have on transportation and daily routines in Eastern Oregon. Residents and travelers in the region are advised to closely monitor the latest updates and plan accordingly.