Headline:
Winter Storm Watch issued December 24 at 2:08AM PST until December 27 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Seattle WA
Event:
Winter Storm Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
December 24, 2024 - 2:08am
Expires:
December 24, 2024 - 4:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy snow possible at or above elevations greater than
3500 ft. Total snow accumulations between 18 to 24 inches
possible. Winds could gust as high as 55 mph.
* WHERE...West Slopes North Cascades and Passes, West Slopes North
Central Cascades and Passes, and West Slopes South Central
Cascades and Passes.
* WHEN...From Wednesday afternoon through Friday morning.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous. Visibilities may drop below 1/4
mile due to falling and blowing snow.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Accumulations of 6 to 12 inches will be
possible for elevations between 3000 to 3500 feet, including
Snoqualmie Pass.
Instruction:
Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
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.
Area Description:
West Slopes North Cascades and Passes; West Slopes North Central Cascades and Passes; West Slopes South Central Cascades and Passes
Forcast Office:
NWS Seattle WA