Winter Storm Watch Issued for Jackson County and Surrounding Areas

WINTER STORM WATCH IN EFFECT FROM WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON THROUGH THURSDAY EVENING ABOVE 2500 FEET

WHAT…Heavy snow possible above 2500 feet. Total snow accumulations of up to 11 inches possible. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph.
WHERE…Central Douglas County, Eastern Curry County and Josephine County and Jackson County above 2500 feet, including Butte Falls, the Tiller-Trail Highway, Dead Indian Memorial Road, and portions of highways 62 and 140.
WHEN…From Wednesday afternoon through Thursday evening.
IMPACTS…Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Snow is possible at Hayes Hill and Jacksonville Hill by the end of the Watch period.
Stock emergency kit with tire chains, flashlight, batteries, blankets, food, water, and medications.
The safest place during a winter storm is indoors.
Plan now to avoid traveling during the storm. Do not detour during winter storms.
A Winter Storm Watch means there is potential for significant snow accumulations that may create dangerous travel.