Headline:
Winter Storm Watch issued March 9 at 2:12PM PDT until March 13 at 11:00AM PDT by NWS Spokane WA
Event:
Winter Storm Watch
Urgency:
Future
Effective:
March 9, 2026 - 2:12pm
Expires:
March 10, 2026 - 5:00am
Description:
* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow. Additional snow
accumulations between 2 and 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35
mph. For the Winter Storm Watch, blizzard conditions possible.
Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 feet possible. Winds
could gust as high as 40 mph.
* WHERE...Stehekin, Stevens Pass, and Holden Village.
* WHEN...For the Winter Storm Warning, until 5 AM PDT Tuesday. For
the Winter Storm Watch, from late Tuesday night through Friday
morning.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow
could significantly reduce visibility. Very strong winds could
cause extensive tree damage. Snow load may result in tree damage
and power outages.
Instruction:
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel
Prepare for possible blizzard conditions. Continue to monitor the
latest forecasts for updates on this situation.
Area Description:
Western Chelan County
Forcast Office:
NWS Spokane WA