In this Feb, 8, 2020 photo resident Patty Haid is helped from her flood-damaged home in Pendleton, Ore. after returning to assess the damage from the flooding that struck last Thursday and Friday. More than 50 people were rescued by helicopter over the weekend from flooding that swamped northeast Oregon, and destroyed homes.
Authorities opened one lane of travel in each direction Monday on Interstate 84, a major freeway connecting Oregon and Idaho, but restricted speeds to 45 mph as crews worked to repair severe damage to the asphalt and roadway irrigation system. Flood warnings were lifted late Sunday. Fifty-four people were evacuated by helicopter over the weekend from remote areas and a 62-year-old woman was found dead Sunday after being swept away by flood waters. Ten dogs, one cat and one rabbit were also rescued, authorities said Monday.
Patty Haid returned to her mobile home over the weekend to assess the damage after leaving Thursday night. She told the East Oregonian she waded in waist-deep water to safety while holding a suitcase over her head.
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