Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued December 24 at 3:33AM PST until December 26 at 6:00PM PST by NWS Pendleton OR
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 24, 2024 - 3:33am
Expires:
December 24, 2024 - 3:30pm
Description:
...MODERATE TO HEAVY SNOW ALONG THE WASHINGTON CASCADES CHRISTMAS
AFTERNOON THROUGH THURSDAY...
.A strong winter storm will bring moderate to heavy snow to the
Washington Cascades Wednesday afternoon through Thursday afternoon.
Along the east slopes of the central and southern Cascades, snow
levels will increase on Thursday with precipitation changing to rain
or a rain and snow mix for many areas.
* WHAT...Snow expected for elevations above 3000 feet. Total snow
accumulations between 5 and 10 inches.
* WHERE...Upper Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest.
* WHEN...From 1 PM Wednesday to 6 PM PST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Heavy snowfall and very low visibility will create
extremely dangerous driving conditions.
Instruction:
Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road
conditions can be obtained by visiting the website
wsdot.wa.com/travel.
Area Description:
Upper Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest
Forcast Office:
NWS Pendleton OR