Travel Discouraged as Winter Storm Warning Issued

WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TUESDAY TO 4 PM WEDNESDAY ABOVE 2000 FEET

• WHAT…Heavy snow and blowing snow expected above 2000 feet. Total snow accumulations of up to 12 inches, with up to 24 inches possible over the highest terrain. Winds gusting as high as 55 mph.
• WHERE…The foothills of the Cascade, Siskiyou, and Klamath mountains in Douglas, Jackson, and eastern Curry counties, including the Tiller-Trail highway and portions of Interstate 5 and highways 62 and 140 above 2000 feet.
• WHEN…From 1 AM Tuesday to 4 PM Wednesday.
• IMPACTS…Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.
• ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Significant winter weather impacts are also possible for all the Interstate 5 passes between Grants Pass and Canyonville if snow levels are only 100 to 200 feet lower than expected. The most likely time for this to occur will be Wednesday morning and Wednesday evening.
• Travel is strongly discouraged because of dangerous conditions. Do not detour during winter storms.
• 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.

Source: NWS