Winter Storm Warning issued for Cascades & Siskiyous; Winter Weather Advisory for Klamath Basin
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MEDFORD, Ore. - Moderate to heavy snowfall is expected Sunday into Sunday night across the mountains and for areas east of the Cascades and in Northern California above 4000 feet. Snowfall rates may approach 1 inch per hour in the Southern Oregon Cascades at times Sunday into Sunday evening.
Snow levels are expected to be around 3000 to 4000 feet on Sunday as this storm moves into the area, lowering to 2000 to 3000 feet Sunday evening and night. Light snow is possible in showers at lower pass levels and for elevations down to 2000 feet Sunday night into Monday morning.
Also, moderate mountain snow is expected again on Monday across Northern California.
Slippery, snow covered roads are expected and travel may become difficult. Travelers should monitor conditions and plan for winter driving conditions.
Winter Storm Warnings, Watches and Alerts as of November 6, 2022. https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr
Winter Storm Warning
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
135 PM PST Sun Nov 6 2022
South Central Oregon Cascades
Siskiyou Mountains and Southern Oregon Cascades
Including the cities of Crescent Lake, Diamond Lake, Howard Prairie and Siskiyou Summit
WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST MONDAY
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST MONDAY
WHAT
For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 14 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches. Westerly winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
WHERE
The Winter Storm Warning includes portions of the South Central Oregon Cascades, such as Crater Lake and Diamond Lake, Portions of Highway 62, Highway 138, and Highway 230.
The Winter Weather Advisory includes the rest of the Southern Oregon Cascades and a portion of the Siskiyous to include Interstate 5 at Siskiyou Summit, Highway 140 in and around Lake of the Woods, Highway 66, and Highway 58 including Willamette Pass and Crescent Lake.
WHEN
From 10 AM this morning to 4 AM PST Monday.
IMPACTS
Travel could be very difficult. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Snowfall rates will be most intense from late this afternoon through this evening and could approach an inch an hour at times.
View the hazard area in detail at https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr
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.
Winter Storm Warning
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
135 PM PST Sun Nov 6 2022
Central and Eastern Lake County
Including the cities of Adel, Lakeview, New Pine Creek, Valley Falls, and Fort Rock.
WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 4 AM PST MONDAY
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST MONDAY
WHAT
For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 50 mph.
For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches. Southwest winds gusting as high as 55 mph, strongest between Silver Lake and Paisley.
WHERE
The Winter Storm Warning is for the Warner Mountains including portions of Highway 140 east of Lakeview and Highway 395 south of Lakeview.
The Winter Weather Advisory is for much of Lake County. This includes Fort Rock, Summer Lake, Valley Falls, Lakeview, and Adel. Highways impacted include 395, 140, and 31. A lesser amount of only up to 2 inches is expected for far northeastern Lake County.
WHEN
For the Winter Storm Warning, from 4 PM this afternoon to 4 AM PST Monday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 10 AM this morning to 4 AM PST Monday.
IMPACTS
Plan on slippery road conditions.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Snowfall will start in the northwest and spread southeast. Snowfall today through the afternoon will be light and northwest of Valley Falls. The bulk of the snowfall will occur tonight.
View the hazard area in detail at https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr
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.
Winter Storm Warning
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
135 PM PST Sun Nov 6 2022
Central Siskiyou County
WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST MONDAY ABOVE 3000 FEET
WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM MONDAY TO 10 PM PST TUESDAY ABOVE 3000 FEET
WHAT
For the first Winter Storm Warning above 3000 feet, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches, except 8 to 16 inches for some of the higher terrain. South to southwest winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
For the second Winter Storm Warning above 3000 feet, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches.
WHERE
Western Siskiyou County and Central Siskiyou County. For the first Winter Storm Warning this includes portions of Sawyers Bar road near Mt. Etna and north of the Forks of Salmon; Highway 96 and between the Seiad Valley and Happy Camp; and Highway 3 east of Fort Jones. The second Winter Storm Warning is only for the southern portion of the Shasta Valley area, including Weed and portions of Interstate 5 and Highway 97.
WHEN
For the first Winter Storm Warning, from 10 AM this morning to 4 AM PST Monday.
For the second Winter Storm Warning, from 1 PM Monday to 10 PM PST Tuesday.
IMPACTS
Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Snow will begin with a snow level of 3500 to 4000 feet then fall as low as 2500 feet as snowfall intensity diminishes early Monday morning. Snowfall intensity will be highest during late this afternoon through this evening, Monday afternoon into Monday evening, and late Monday night through Tuesday morning. An additional, but lesser accumulation is also expected for the higher terrain of northwest Siskiyou County during Monday.
View the hazard area in detail at https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr
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.
Winter Storm Warning
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
135 PM PST Sun Nov 6 2022
North Central and Southeast Siskiyou County
Including the cities of Pondosa, Bray, and Tennant
WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST MONDAY
WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 1 PM MONDAY TO 10 PM PST TUESDAY
WHAT
For the first Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 10 inches. Southwest winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
For the second Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 14 inches.
WHERE
North Central and Southeast Siskiyou County. This includes Highway 97, and the cities of Bray and Tennant.
WHEN
For the first Winter Storm Warning, from 1 PM this afternoon to 4 AM PST Monday.
For the second Winter Storm Warning, from 1 PM Monday to 10 PM PST Tuesday.
IMPACTS
Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Snowfall rates will be highest this evening, and Monday evening through Tuesday afternoon.
View the hazard area in detail at https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr
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.
Winter Storm Warning
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
135 PM PST Sun Nov 6 2022
Modoc County
Including the cities of Lookout, Aidin, Alturas, Canby, Davis Creek, and Likely
WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 4 AM PST MONDAY
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 4 AM PST MONDAY
WHAT
For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches. Southwest winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
WHERE
The Winter Storm Warning is for the Warner Mountains in eastern Modoc County, including Cedar Pass on Highway 299.
A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect for the remainder of Modoc County. This includes Alturas, Canby, Adin, Likely, and Tionesta. Highways impacted include, 395, 139, and 299.
WHEN
From 4 PM this afternoon to 4 AM PST Monday.
IMPACTS
Plan on slippery road conditions.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Snowfall will spread from northwest to southeast.
View the hazard area in detail at https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr
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.
Winter Storm Warning
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
1250 PM PST Sun Nov 6 2022
Cascades in Lane County
Including the cities of McKenzie Pass, McKenzie Bridge, Oakridge, and Willamette Pass
WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS EVENING
WHAT
Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to 12 inches.
WHERE
Cascades in Lane County. This includes Highway 58 through Willamette Pass.
WHEN
Until 10 PM PST this evening.
IMPACTS
Travel could be very difficult. Areas of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Snow levels around 3500 feet today will lower to around 2000 feet this evening. Heaviest snow accumulations will likely occur above 4000 feet in elevation.
View the hazard area in detail at https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr
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.
If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest road conditions call 5 1 1, or visit for Oregon: https://www.tripcheck.com and for Washington: https://wsdot.com/travel/real-time/map
Winter Weather Advisory
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
135 PM PST Sun Nov 6 2022
Northeast Siskiyou County
Northwest Modoc County
Klamath Basin
Northern and Eastern Klamath County
Western Lake County
Including the cities of Dorris, Macdoel, Altamont, Olene, Klamath Falls, Midland, Crescent, Gilchrist, and Chemult
WHAT
Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches. Southwest winds gusting as high as 40 mph.
WHERE
In California, Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc Counties. In Oregon, Klamath Basin and Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County. This includes Highway 97 between Macdoel and Crescent, and Highway 140 between Keno and Bly.
WHEN
From 10 AM this morning to 4 AM PST Monday.
IMPACTS
Plan on slippery road conditions.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Snowfall amounts will be lightest in the vicinities of Klamath Falls and Tulelake. Snowfall rates will be most intense during late this afternoon through this evening.
View the hazard area in detail at https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS
Slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination. Carry tire chains and be prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities. See https://www.tripcheck.com and http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov for latest road conditions. A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow will cause travel difficulties.
TRAVEL & ROAD CONDITIONS
NWS Advisory Levels
A Winter Weather Advisory will be issued for any amount of freezing rain, or when 2 to 4 inches of snow (alone or in combination with sleet and freezing rain), is expected to cause a significant inconvenience, but not serious enough to warrant a warning.
A Winter Storm Watch is issued when there is the potential for significant and hazardous winter weather within 48 hours. It does not mean that significant and hazardous winter weather will occur.
A Blizzard Warning means that the following conditions are occurring or expected within the next 12 to 18 hours.
A Winter Storm Warning is issued when a significant combination of hazardous winter weather is occurring or imminent.
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