Valley Snow Possible as Winter Storm Warning Remains Active

WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM WEDNESDAY ABOVE 2000 FEET. WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 10 AM WEDNESDAY.

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. For the Winter Weather Advisory, snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches with local amounts up to 5 inches. Snow impacts will be above 3000 feet elevation this morning, lowering to 2000 feet by this evening and down to around 1400 feet and the possibility of lowering further tonight into Wednesday.
WHERE…For the Winter Storm Warning, the foothills of the Cascade, Siskiyou, and the high terrain of the Kalmiopsis wilderness 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. For the Winter Weather Advisory, portions of Interstate 5 from Ashland to Rogue River and the passes between Grants Pass and Roseburg, Hays Hill Summit, Jacksonville Hill, highways 62, 234, 140, 238, 42 near Camas Mountain, and 46 east of Cave Junction. This includes the cities of Ashland, Medford, Talent, White City, Eagle Point, Gold Hill, Rogue River, and Applegate.
WHEN…For the Winter Storm Warning, until 4 PM PST Wednesday. For the Winter Weather Advisory, from 10 PM this evening to 10 AM PST 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. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS…The most likely time for this to occur will be Tuesday night into Wednesday evening. Snow accumulations in the valleys will be tricky and much will depend on the intensity of precipitation that comes in later Tuesday night into Wednesday morning.
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.