Weather Alert
Douglas Co. East Foothills
NOAA Issue Date: 2/23/2019 09:42:00 PM
What
Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 12 to 24 inches with local amounts up to 30 inches. Winds could gust as high as 40 MPH in exposed locations.
Where
Rural, higher elevations of the eastern Douglas county foothills above 3000 feet.
When
Until 10 PM PST Monday.
Additional details
Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Visibilities will be lowered by blowing snow in exposed areas where winds are strong.
View the hazard area in detail at
https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/hazard
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
Travel is strongly discouraged because of dangerous conditions
If you must travel,
keep tire chains, a flashlight, blankets, food, water, medications, and a fully charged phone with you.
The safest place during a winter storm is indoors
A winter Storm Warning means that severe winter weather is likely and poses a threat to life and property
Take protective action now.
Weather Alert
Klamath Basin, North & East Klamath Co. & West Lake Co.
NOAA Issue Date: 2/23/2019 09:42:00 PM
What
Heavy snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches in the advisory area, and 8 to 14 inches in the warning area. Winds gusting as high as 55 MPH. Visibilities may be reduced to near zero at times.
Where
Heavy snow and blowing snow are expected along highway 140 between Bly and Lakeview, highway 97 north of Modoc point, and the cities of Chiloquin, Chemult, and Crescent. Lesser snow amounts, and blowing snow are expected along other portions of highway 140 and in the cities of Sprague River, Bly, Beatty, and Olene.
When
From 4 AM Sunday to 10 PM PST Monday. Heaviest snowfall is expected Sunday afternoon through Monday morning, with the strongest winds peaking Sunday morning and again Monday morning.
Additional details
Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Visibilities could be significantly reduced by blowing snow in more exposed areas where winds are gusty.
View the hazard area in detail at
https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/hazard
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
Travel is strongly discouraged because of dangerous conditions
If you must travel,
keep tire chains, a flashlight, blankets, food, water, medications, and a fully charged phone with you.
The safest place during a winter storm is indoors
A winter Storm Warning means that severe winter weather is likely and poses a threat to life and property
Take protective action now.
Weather Alert
Central & East Lake Co.
NOAA Issue Date: 2/23/2019 09:42:00 PM
What
Snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 9 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 MPH. Visibilities may be reduced to near zero at times.
Where
Heavy snow and blowing snow is expected along highway 395 north of Valley falls, highway 31 between Paisley and Summer Lake, and the higher terrain of Lake county. Lighter snow amounts and blowing snow are expected elsewhere, including along highway 140, other portions of highway 31, and the cities of Adel, Silver Lake, and Fort Rock.
When
From 4 AM Sunday to 10 PM PST Monday. Heaviest snowfall is expected Sunday afternoon through Monday morning, with the strongest winds peaking Sunday morning and again Monday morning.
Additional details
Travel could be very difficult to impossible due to snow covered roads, gusty winds, and very low visibility.
View the hazard area in detail at
https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/hazard
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
Travel is strongly discouraged because of dangerous conditions
If you must travel,
keep tire chains, a flashlight, blankets, food, water, medications, and a fully charged phone with you.
The safest place during a winter storm is indoors
A winter Storm Warning means that severe winter weather is likely and poses a threat to life and property
Take protective action now.
Weather Alert
Klamath Basin, North & East Klamath Co. & West Lake Co.
NOAA Issue Date: 2/23/2019 09:42:00 PM
What
Heavy snow and blowing snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches in the advisory area, and 8 to 14 inches in the warning area. Winds gusting as high as 55 MPH. Visibilities may be reduced to near zero at times.
Where
Heavy snow and blowing snow are expected along highway 140 between Bly and Lakeview, highway 97 north of Modoc point, and the cities of Chiloquin, Chemult, and Crescent. Lesser snow amounts, and blowing snow are expected along other portions of highway 140 and in the cities of Sprague River, Bly, Beatty, and Olene.
When
From 4 AM Sunday to 10 PM PST Monday. Heaviest snowfall is expected Sunday afternoon through Monday morning, with the strongest winds peaking Sunday morning and again Monday morning.
Additional details
Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Visibilities could be significantly reduced by blowing snow in more exposed areas where winds are gusty.
View the hazard area in detail at
https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/hazard
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
Travel is strongly discouraged because of dangerous conditions
If you must travel,
keep tire chains, a flashlight, blankets, food, water, medications, and a fully charged phone with you.
The safest place during a winter storm is indoors
A winter Storm Warning means that severe winter weather is likely and poses a threat to life and property
Take protective action now.
Weather Alert
Siskiyous & South Cascades, South Central Cascades
NOAA Issue Date: 2/23/2019 09:42:00 PM
What
Heavy snow expected. Snow accumulations of 2 to 3 feet in the crater and Diamond Lake areas with local amounts of 4 feet in the highest elevations. 10 to 20 inches near Lake of the woods and Mount Ashland ski area. Winds could gust as high as 50 MPH in exposed areas which would create near-blizzard conditions at times. This warning does not affect interstate 5 at Siskiyou Summit where lighter snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches are expected.
Where
The southern Oregon Cascades, and portions of the siskiyous. This includes highways 58, 62, 138, 230, 140, and at Diamond Lake and crater Lake. This also includes the Mt. Ashland ski road.
When
Until 10 PM PST Monday.
Additional details
Travel will be very difficult to impossible. Strong winds and large quantities of snow could cause tree damage. Areas of strong winds with heavy snow will cause near blizzard-like white-out conditions.
View the hazard area in detail at
https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/hazard
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
Travel is strongly discouraged because of dangerous conditions
If you must travel,
keep tire chains, a flashlight, blankets, food, water, medications, and a fully charged phone with you.
The safest place during a winter storm is indoors
A winter Storm Warning means that severe winter weather is likely and poses a threat to life and property
Take protective action now.
Weather Alert
North Cascade Foothills, North Cascades
NOAA Issue Date: 2/23/2019 03:21:00 PM
What
Heavy snow expected, especially above 1500 to 2000 feet. Snow accumulations of 10 to 20 inches expected tonight through Sunday in the Cascades and 2 to 6 inches in the foothills. Another round of heavy snow is possible Sunday night through Monday night, with another 12 to 24 inches of snow expected in the Cascades and 5 to 12 inches in the foothills.
Where
Northern Oregon Cascade foothills and northern Oregon Cascades, primarily above 1500 feet in elevation.
When
Heavy periods of snow expected late tonight through Sunday morning, then again late Sunday night through Monday.
Additional details
Travel through the Cascades will become very difficult tonight through Monday night, if not impossible at times. Be sure to carry chains and a winter emergency kit if you must travel, and be prepared for long delays.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
A winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. A Winter Storm Watch means there is potential for significant snow, sleet or ice accumulations that may impact travel. Continue to Monitor the latest forecasts. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
Weather Alert
North Cascade Foothills, North Cascades
NOAA Issue Date: 2/23/2019 03:21:00 PM
What
Heavy snow expected, especially above 1500 to 2000 feet. Snow accumulations of 10 to 20 inches expected tonight through Sunday in the Cascades and 2 to 6 inches in the foothills. Another round of heavy snow is possible Sunday night through Monday night, with another 12 to 24 inches of snow expected in the Cascades and 5 to 12 inches in the foothills.
Where
Northern Oregon Cascade foothills and northern Oregon Cascades, primarily above 1500 feet in elevation.
When
Heavy periods of snow expected late tonight through Sunday morning, then again late Sunday night through Monday.
Additional details
Travel through the Cascades will become very difficult tonight through Monday night, if not impossible at times. Be sure to carry chains and a winter emergency kit if you must travel, and be prepared for long delays.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
A winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. A Winter Storm Watch means there is potential for significant snow, sleet or ice accumulations that may impact travel. Continue to Monitor the latest forecasts. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
Weather Alert
WA-Lower Columbia & I-5 Cowlitz Co., Lower Columbia
NOAA Issue Date: 2/23/2019 03:21:00 PM
What
Snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches possible, most likely Kelso/Longview southward.
Where
Lower Columbia and i-5 corridor in Cowlitz county.
When
Mainly Monday.
Additional details
Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Monday morning commute. Impacts appear less likely for the Monday evening commute at this time. Be sure to carry chains and a winter emergency kit if you must travel Monday, and be prepared for long delays.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
A Winter Storm Watch means there is potential for significant snow, sleet or ice accumulations that may impact travel. Continue to Monitor the latest forecasts.
Weather Alert
Lane Co. Cascades
NOAA Issue Date: 2/23/2019 03:21:00 PM
What
Heavy snow expected above 2500 feet tonight through early Monday. Total snow accumulations of 18 to 36 inches expected tonight through Monday.
Where
Cascades in Lane county, mainly above 2500 feet.
When
Snow increasing tonight and continuing through early Monday.
Additional details
Travel conditions will be difficult in the Cascades through at least Monday morning. Snow will increase tonight and Sunday, with very heavy snowfall rates possibly causing white-out conditions at times through Monday morning. Higher elevation roads such as highway 58 across Willamette pass may become impassable. Be sure to carry chains and a winter emergency kit if you must travel, and be prepared for long delays.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
A winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
Weather Alert
Portland Metro, North Coast, Central Willamette Valley, Northwest Coast Range, WA-Vancouver Area
NOAA Issue Date: 2/23/2019 03:21:00 PM
What
Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches in the Valley. Locally 3 to 6 inches in the higher terrain of Clark county and the far western part of the Willamette Valley near the coast range. Four to 10 inches of snow expected in the coast range. It is also possible some locations along the coast and in the Willamette Valley may receive accumulations of less than 2 inches.
Where
Greater Portland and Vancouver metro area, central Willamette Valley including Salem, north Oregon coast and coast range.
When
Most likely period of snow will be Monday morning. Snow is expected to change to rain by Monday evening, though a few pockets of freezing rain will be possible near the Columbia gorge and in some coast range valleys.
Additional details
Travel could be very difficult at times, and may very well impact the Monday morning commute. Impacts appear less likely for the Monday evening commute at this time. Be sure to carry chains and a winter emergency kit if you must travel Monday, especially over the higher terrain. Be prepared for long delays.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
A Winter Storm Watch means there is potential for significant snow, sleet or ice accumulations that may impact travel. Continue to Monitor the latest forecasts.
Weather Alert
South Central Coast
NOAA Issue Date: 2/23/2019 02:33:00 PM
Rogue River near Agness affecting Curry county
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Deer creek at Roseburg affecting Douglas county
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The Flood Watch continues for the following rivers in Oregon
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Coquille river at Coquille affecting Coos county
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South fork Coquille river at Myrtle Point affecting Coos county
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. Low pressure will develop around Vancouver Island through Sunday allowing a moist westerly flow to setup across Oregon. Heavy rain and mountain snow will impact the area. Snow levels will rise through the period allowing lower elevation snowmelt to contribute to runoff. The Flood Watch continues for the south fork Coquille river at Myrtle Point
From Monday morning to Thursday morning
at 1:20 PM Saturday the stage was 11.5 feet.
Moderate flooding is possible
flood stage is 33.0 feet.
Forecast
Flood stage may be reached by Monday afternoon.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
Precautionary/preparedness actions
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Landslides and debris flows are possible during this event. Areas below steep slopes and in canyons are at risk from landslides. Do not drive through flooded areas or roads. The water may be too deep or there may be unseen damage to the roadway. A Flood Watch means that flooding is possible but not imminent in the watch area. Prepare to take immediate action if flooding is observed or a warning is issued.
Weather Alert
Central Douglas County
NOAA Issue Date: 2/23/2019 02:33:00 PM
Rogue River near Agness affecting Curry county
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Deer creek at Roseburg affecting Douglas county
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The Flood Watch continues for the following rivers in Oregon
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Coquille river at Coquille affecting Coos county
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South fork Coquille river at Myrtle Point affecting Coos county
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. Low pressure will develop around Vancouver Island through Sunday allowing a moist westerly flow to setup across Oregon. Heavy rain and mountain snow will impact the area. Snow levels will rise through the period allowing lower elevation snowmelt to contribute to runoff. The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a
Flood Watch for the deer creek at Roseburg
from Sunday afternoon to late Wednesday morning.
At
8:30 AM Saturday the stage was 4.0 feet.
Minor flooding is possible
flood stage is 10.0 feet.
Forecast
Flood stage may be reached by Sunday night.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
Precautionary/preparedness actions
...
Landslides and debris flows are possible during this event. Areas below steep slopes and in canyons are at risk from landslides. Do not drive through flooded areas or roads. The water may be too deep or there may be unseen damage to the roadway. A Flood Watch means that flooding is possible but not imminent in the watch area. Prepare to take immediate action if flooding is observed or a warning is issued.
Weather Alert
Curry Co. Coast, East Curry Co. & Josephine Co.
NOAA Issue Date: 2/23/2019 02:33:00 PM
Rogue River near Agness affecting Curry county
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Deer creek at Roseburg affecting Douglas county
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The Flood Watch continues for the following rivers in Oregon
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Coquille river at Coquille affecting Coos county
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South fork Coquille river at Myrtle Point affecting Coos county
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. Low pressure will develop around Vancouver Island through Sunday allowing a moist westerly flow to setup across Oregon. Heavy rain and mountain snow will impact the area. Snow levels will rise through the period allowing lower elevation snowmelt to contribute to runoff. The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a
Flood Watch for the Rogue River near Agness
from Tuesday morning to Thursday morning.
At
1:30 PM Saturday the stage was 5.2 feet.
Minor flooding is possible
flood stage is 17.0 feet.
Forecast
Flood stage may be reached by Wednesday morning.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
Precautionary/preparedness actions
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Landslides and debris flows are possible during this event. Areas below steep slopes and in canyons are at risk from landslides. Do not drive through flooded areas or roads. The water may be too deep or there may be unseen damage to the roadway. A Flood Watch means that flooding is possible but not imminent in the watch area. Prepare to take immediate action if flooding is observed or a warning is issued.
Weather Alert
South Central Coast, Douglas Co. East Foothills, Siskiyous & South Cascades, Central Douglas County, Curry Co. Coast, East Curry Co. & Josephine Co., South Central Cascades, Jackson Co.
NOAA Issue Date: 2/23/2019 01:54:00 PM
Low pressure will develop around Vancouver Island through the weekend allowing a moist westerly flow to setup across Oregon and northern California. Heavy rain and mountain snow will impact the area with especially hazardous winter weather developing in the mountains and rapid rises on all area rivers with some flooding expected. The Flood Watch is now in effect for
Portions of south central Oregon and southwest Oregon,
including the following areas, in south central Oregon, Siskiyou mountains and southern Oregon Cascades and south central Oregon Cascades. In southwest Oregon, central Douglas county, Curry county coast, eastern Curry county and Josephine county, eastern Douglas county foothills, Jackson county, and south central Oregon coast.
From late tonight through Monday evening
Rainfall amounts from this afternoon through Monday of 2
to 4 inches are expected, with higher totals of up to 7 to 8 inches in Curry county, and lower totals of up to one inch in central Jackson county.
The deer creek at Roseburg and the little Butte creek at Eagle Point are two locations to watch in particular
Six hour rainfall rates at times Sunday and Monday indicate possible debris flow and reports of log jams in the taylor creek burn scar may contribute to forest road damage.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
A Flood Watch means there is a potential for flooding based on current forecasts. You should Monitor later forecasts and be alert for possible flood warnings. Those living in areas prone to flooding should be prepared to take action should flooding develop. Landslides and debris flows are possible during this flood event. People, structures and roads located below steep slopes, in canyons and near the mouths of canyons may be at serious risk from rapidly moving landslides.
Weather Alert
South Central Coast, Curry Co. Coast
NOAA Issue Date: 2/23/2019 01:18:00 PM
Low pressure moving into the central Oregon coast may bring strong southerly winds to portions of the forecast area late Sunday night into Monday. The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a High Wind Warning
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Which is in effect from 4 AM Sunday to 10 AM PST Monday. The High Wind Watch is no longer in effect.
Winds
South 30 to 40 MPH with gusts in excess of 60 MPH.
Timing
Late Sunday night through Monday morning.
Locations include
Portions of the southern Oregon coast south of Bandon including Gold Beach, cape blanco, headlands and exposed areas along highway 101.
Impacts
Driving may become difficult to even hazardous along and near the coast on and near highway 101, especially along elevated and exposed portions. Strong winds combined with heavy rainfall could result in downed trees and Power outages.
View the hazard area in detail at
https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/hazard
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 MPH OR gusts of 58 MPH OR more can lead to property damage. Travel will be impacted, especially for high profile vehicles.
Weather Alert
Baker Co.
NOAA Issue Date: 2/23/2019 01:17:00 PM
A long duration winter storm will bring heavy snow to the mountains of southwest Idaho through at least Tuesday. Sites above 4500 feet will see 1 to 2 feet of snow with locally higher amounts along west-facing slopes. Gusty winds will accompany the snowfall resulting in blowing and drifting snow. Light snow accumulations are possible in the snake plain through Sunday morning, with a changeover to rain by Sunday afternoon. Sheltered low-elevation valleys in Baker county and the weiser river basin could hold onto snow into Monday with light to moderate accumulations expected.
What
Snow occurring. Plan on difficult travel conditions. Additional snow accumulations 2 to 5 inches in lower valleys to include Baker city and cambridge, with 6 to 12 inches in higher elevation valleys and mountain sites to include Sumpter and council.
Where
In Oregon, Baker county zone. In Idaho, upper weiser river zone.
When
Until 5 PM MST /4 PM PST/ Monday.
Additional details
Be prepared for reduced visibilities at times.
Precautionary/preparedness actions...
A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.