Headline:
Winter Weather Advisory issued December 25 at 7:50PM PST until December 26 at 4:00PM PST by NWS Pendleton OR
Event:
Winter Weather Advisory
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
December 25, 2024 - 7:50pm
Expires:
December 26, 2024 - 7:15am
Description:
* WHAT...Snow. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches above 4000
feet. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph with blowing snow.
* WHERE...In Oregon, Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon. In
Washington, Northwest Blue Mountains.
* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be difficult due
to periods of moderate to heavy snow. Gusty winds could bring down
tree branches.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Steady snow overnight will turn to snow
showers Thursday morning and afternoon.
Instruction:
Slow down and use caution while traveling. In Oregon, the latest
road conditions can be obtained by visiting tripcheck.com online, or
by calling 5 1 1. In Washington, the latest road conditions can be
obtained by visiting the website wsdot.wa.gov/travel.
Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while
driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken
on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and
slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.
Area Description:
Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon; Northwest Blue Mountains
Forcast Office:
NWS Pendleton OR