Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued December 16 at 12:28PM PST until December 18 at 4:00AM PST by NWS Seattle WA
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 16, 2024 - 12:28pm
Expires:
December 17, 2024 - 4:00am
Description:
* WHAT...Snow and freezing rain expected at or above elevations
greater than 2500 ft. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 10 inches.
Ice accumulations of up to 0.10 to 0.20 inches near and east of
the crest. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE...West Slopes North Cascades and Passes.
* WHEN...From 4 AM Tuesday to 4 AM PST Wednesday.
* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult with snow and ice on the
roadway.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Periods of snow are expected Tuesday morning
through Tuesday afternoon. Snow will transition to freezing rain
by Tuesday evening, then to rain early Wednesday morning as snow
levels gradually climb from 2500 to near 8000 feet. Ice
accumulations are most likely across Snoqualmie and Stevens Passes
but cannot be ruled out at White Pass.
Instruction:
Slow down and use caution while traveling. Prepare for possible
power outages.
Area Description:
West Slopes North Cascades and Passes
Forcast Office:
NWS Seattle WA