Summary
A winter storm is expected to bring up to 10 inches of snow to parts of Oregon later this week. The National Weather Service has issued warnings for difficult travel conditions due to heavy snowfall. The alerts will be in place throughout much of Wednesday.
Key Facts
- Up to 10 inches of snow is forecasted for areas in Oregon, including mountain passes.
- The National Weather Service has issued winter weather advisories for these regions.
- The advisories begin early Wednesday and last until 10 p.m. local time.
- Snow may fall at rates of up to 1 inch per hour, making travel hazardous.
- Areas like Waldo Lake, Santiam Pass, and Crater Lake are expected to be affected.
- People are advised to avoid travel and carry a winter emergency kit if necessary.
- Hazardous conditions are likely to affect both morning and evening commutes on Wednesday.
