Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued March 13 at 5:43AM PDT until March 13 at 5:00PM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 13, 2026 - 5:43am
Expires:
March 13, 2026 - 3:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected Above 4000 feet. Additional snow
accumulations between 4 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 30
mph.
* WHERE...Northwest Blue Mountains.
* WHEN...Until 5 PM PDT this afternoon.
* IMPACTS...Significant snowfall with periods of heavy snowfall
rates will combine with low visibility to create very difficult
driving conditions.
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:
Northwest Blue Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Pendleton OR
Sender: