Summary
The National Weather Service (NWS) has issued winter weather advisories for parts of the Pacific Northwest and other states, warning of dangerous travel conditions due to snowfall. Areas in Washington, Oregon, California, Idaho, and Montana are expecting various amounts of snow, with potentially hazardous road conditions.
Key Facts
- Winter weather advisories are active in Washington, Oregon, California, Idaho, and Montana.
- The NWS warns of difficult travel conditions due to snow on roads and icy surfaces.
- Montana and Idaho expect up to 2 inches of snow in certain areas.
- Oregon and Washington could see up to 2 inches of snow in some locations, with higher elevations getting more.
- California's Greater Tahoe Lake area could receive up to 12 inches of snow above 7,000 feet, with up to 2 feet in the Sierra Nevada.
- NWS advises caution while driving and suggests keeping winter supplies in vehicles.
- Some advisories will expire by Monday evening, but California's wintry conditions will last until Wednesday morning.