Oregon Department of Transportation

Emergency crews with help from tow truck drivers were able to open Interstate 84 sooner than expected following a major pileup Monday afternoon that left motorists stranded all the way to the Idaho state line

UPDATE, 4:20 p.m.: The westbound lanes of Interstate 84 between Pendleton and Ontario are now open, according to the Oregon Department of Transportation.

ONTARIO, Ore. (KLIX) – You might want to change your plans if you're heading to the Beaver State. Interstate 84 between Exit 374 near Ontario, Ore., and Exit 159 near Boardman is closed due to severe winter weather.