PORTLAND, OR -- Three people were killed in Portland after a powerline came down on their vehicle, Wednesday. Firefighters responded to a report of a car fire just before noon. When they arrived, there were no flames, only three people lying in the icy roadway. The two adults and a teen were pronounced dead at the scene. An infant in the SUV at the time was unhurt. 

Investigators say the victims got out of the vehicle after a branch brought down a live powerline. When their feet touched the icy road and their bodies remained in contact with the car, they became part of the active current, leading to electrocution. 

Authorities say it’s a tragic reminder to stay in your vehicle if it comes in contact with a powerline.