Winter Storm Warning 12/28/2024 15:39 for Oregon, Washington areas

Headline: 
Winter Storm Warning issued December 28 at 3:39PM PST until December 30 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Pendleton OR
Event: 
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency: 
Expected
Effective: 
December 28, 2024 - 3:39pm
Expires: 
December 28, 2024 - 11:00pm
Description: 
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 4000 feet. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 16 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...In Oregon, Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon. In Washington, Northwest Blue Mountains. * WHEN...From 1 AM Sunday to 10 AM PST Monday. * IMPACTS...Significant snowfall with periods of heavy snowfall rates will combine with low visibility to create very difficult driving conditions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
Instruction: 
Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded. Do not touch downed lines and report any power outages to your electric company. Travel is highly discouraged due to slick roadways and the possibility of downed trees and power lines.
Area Description: 
Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon; Northwest Blue Mountains
Forcast Office: 
NWS Pendleton OR