Winter Storm Warning Issued as More Snow Expected

WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM MONDAY ABOVE 1500 FEET

WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM MONDAY TO 4 PM TUESDAY ABOVE 3000 FEET

  • WHAT…For the Winter Weather Advisory above 1500 feet, snow. Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 5 inches. For the Winter Storm Warning above 3000 feet, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 12 inches.
  • WHERE…The Winter Weather Advisory includes portions of Jackson County above 1500 feet, including highways 140, 238, 62 and Interstate 5 south of Ashland, and the Tiller-Trail Highway as well as the communities of Butte Falls, Prospect, and Trail. The Winter Storm Warning includes areas above 3000 feet, including portions of highway 140, 62, the Tiller-Trail Highway, and Dead Indian Memorial Road.
  • WHEN…For the Winter Weather Advisory, until 10 AM Monday. For the Winter Storm Warning, from 10 AM Monday to 4 PM Tuesday.
  • IMPACTS…Travel could be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.
  • PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…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 imminent and poses a threat to life and property. Take protective action now.

Source: NWS

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