Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued March 3 at 12:11PM PST until March 5 at 4:00AM PST by NWS Portland OR
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 3, 2026 - 12:11pm
Expires:
March 4, 2026 - 1:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Snow expected above 4000 ft. Total snow accumulations of 8
to 11 inches.
* WHERE...Cascades of Lane County and Cascades of Marion and Linn
Counties.
* WHEN...From 4 AM Wednesday to 4 AM PST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Highest snowfall rates will most likely occur
from 4 AM to 4 PM Wednesday. Periods of moderate to heavy snowfall
combined with low visibilities may create difficult driving
conditions.
Instruction:
Have a winter emergency driving kit readily available. Common items
to include: flashlight, batteries, blankets, a shovel, water,
non-perishable food items, tire chains, etc.
For the latest road conditions and chain restrictions in Oregon,
call 5 1 1, or visit: www.tripcheck.com.
Area Description:
Cascades of Marion and Linn Counties; Cascades of Lane County
Forcast Office:
NWS Portland OR