Winter Weather Advisory Downgraded Wednesday Morning
Portland, Ore. — (Update 3:35am) – The National Weather Service in Portland has downgraded the latest Winter Weather Advisory now to a Special Weather Statement.
Ares of light snow this morning will result in accumulations
generally of an inch or less for low elevations across much of
northwest Oregon and southwest Washington.
Although any accumulations will be light, it will still be enough
to cause slick roads and dangerous driving conditions through the
morning commute. Be careful. Slow down and give yourself extra
time to reach your destination.
There’s still a chance for light snow this morning across much of nw OR and sw WA, but for most areas at low elevations, any accumulations will be under an inch. Down around Eugene (where else), you stand a better chance of seeing another inch of snow this morning.
— NWS Portland (@NWSPortland) February 27, 2019
Special Weather Statement
Special Weather Statement National Weather Service Portland OR 335 AM PST Wed Feb 27 2019 ORZ001-002-005>007-015-016-WAZ021-022-039-045-046-271800- North Oregon Coast-Central Oregon Coast-Lower Columbia- Greater Portland Metro Area-Central Willamette Valley- Western Columbia River Gorge-Central Columbia River Gorge- South Washington Coast-I-5 Corridor in Cowlitz County- Greater Vancouver Area- Including the cities of Astoria, Cannon Beach, Tillamook, Netarts, Pacific City, Lincoln City, Newport, Cape Foulweather, Yachats, Florence, St. Helens, Clatskanie, Hillsboro, Portland, Wilsonville, Oregon City, Gresham, Troutdale, Salem, McMinnville, Woodburn, Stayton, Dallas, Corbett, Rooster Rock, Multnomah Falls, Cascade Locks, Hood River, Raymond, Long Beach, Ocean Park, Naselle, Cathlamet, Cape Disappointment, Longview, Kelso, Castle Rock, Vancouver, Battle Ground, Ridgefield, Washougal, Yacolt, Amboy, North Bonneville, Stevenson, Carson, and Underwood 335 AM PST Wed Feb 27 2019 Ares of light snow this morning will result in accumulations generally of an inch or less for low elevations across much of northwest Oregon and southwest Washington. Although any accumulations will be light, it will still be enough to cause slick roads and dangerous driving conditions through the morning commute. Be careful. Slow down and give yourself extra time to reach your destination.
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The National Weather Service issued a Winter Weather Advisory for the Greater Portland Metro Area starting at 10:00 P.M. Tuesday night.
Forecasters say west and south of Portland could see up to two inches of snow overnight while Clark County and areas near the Columbia River will see less than an inch.
Stay connected with FM News 101 KXL for the latest on this new Winter Weather Advisory.
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING THROUGH WEDNESDAY MORNING... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to two inches, mainly to the west and south of Portland. Areas across Clark County and near the Columbia River will generally see less than an inch of snow. Gusty east winds will continue, with gusts 25 to 35 mph, but closer to 45 mph near the Columbia Gorge. * WHERE...In Washington, Greater Vancouver Area. In Oregon, Greater Portland Metro Area. * WHEN...From 10 PM this evening through Wednesday morning. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions later tonight into Wednesday morning. These hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday morning commute. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.