In a tragic storm incident in Portland, Oregon, a brave teenager named Majiah Washington heroically saved a 9-month-old baby from electrocution after witnessing three people being shocked to death by a downed power line. The storm, which had coated the city with ice and caused dangerous conditions, has been blamed for at least 10 deaths in Oregon and five deaths in the Seattle area.

The terrifying ordeal began when Washington noticed a flash outside her home and saw a red SUV with a downed power line on top of it. Her neighbor's pregnant 21-year-old daughter, who was six months pregnant herself, was shouting for her boyfriend to move their baby away from the dangerous situation. In his attempt to carry the child up the icy driveway, the boyfriend slipped and accidentally touched the live wire, resulting in a small fire and smoke.

With quick thinking and bravery, 18-year-old Washington called 911 and stayed on the line with the dispatcher. Despite witnessing the tragic deaths of the mother, her boyfriend, and her 15-year-old brother, Washington saw the 9-month-old baby move his head and realized he was still alive. Determined to save the child, Washington cautiously approached, crouching low to avoid the live wire. Remarkably, when she touched the father's body while rescuing the baby, she was not electrocuted.

Rick Graves, spokesman for Portland Fire and Rescue, commended Washington for her heroic actions and expressed his astonishment at the fact that both Washington and the baby were unharmed by the electricity. He emphasized that the toddler now has a chance to thrive, thanks to the courageous efforts of a community member.

The recent severe winter weather, including snow, freezing rain, ice, and frigid temperatures, has wreaked havoc in the Pacific Northwest. At least 10 deaths have been attributed to the storm in Oregon, caused by hypothermia, falling trees, and utility poles. Five additional deaths due to hypothermia have been reported in the Seattle area.

The weight of the ice on trees and power lines has made them susceptible to snapping, especially in strong winds. This appears to be the cause of the electrocution deaths in this tragic incident. A large branch broke from a tree, which then landed on utility wires and pushed one onto the vehicle, leading to the fatal accident.

Ronald Briggs, the grieving neighbor, confirmed the loss of his 21-year-old daughter and 15-year-old son but declined to provide further comment on the matter. He revealed that his daughter had sought their internet connection due to an outage in her own home. As Briggs and his wife left in their car to run an errand, they heard a loud boom and witnessed the SUV apparently catch fire. Despite his warning, his son, Ta'Ron Briggs, a sophomore in high school, slid down to help and tragically suffered the same fate.

This devastating event serves as a reminder of the dangers and risks posed by severe weather conditions. It is a testament to the heroism displayed by Majiah Washington, who risked her own safety to save a young life, and the resilience of a community coming together in times of crisis.