Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued March 3 at 8:57PM PST until March 5 at 4:00AM PST by NWS Portland OR
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
March 3, 2026 - 8:57pm
Expires:
March 4, 2026 - 12:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Wet snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 11
inches. Highest accumulations within Willamette Pass and the Lane
County Cascades.
* 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...Snow will transition to a showery pattern in
the afternoon which will lead to less uniform accumulation. There
is a 50-60% chance of more than 12 inches of snow during this time
frame within Willamette Pass, and a 30% chance within Santiam
Pass. Highest snowfall rates may occur between 4 AM to 4 PM
Wednesday.
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.
Be aware that walking surfaces may be slick. Walk with extra care.
For the latest road conditions and chain restrictions in Oregon,
call 5 1 1, or visit: www.tripcheck.com.
For the latest road conditions and chain restrictions in Washington,
visit: wsdot.com/travel/real-time/map
Area Description:
Cascades of Marion and Linn Counties; Cascades of Lane County
Forcast Office:
NWS Portland OR