Significant Snow Expected Tonight/Tomorrow Morning In Parts of Our Area
Driving tomorrow morning could be a little treacherous. Here’s the latest:
Winter Storm Watch
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Portland OR
1105 AM PST Sun Feb 24 2019
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Greater Portland Metro Area-Central Willamette Valley-
South Willamette Valley-Greater Vancouver Area-
Including the cities of Hillsboro, Portland, Wilsonville,
Oregon City, Gresham, Troutdale, Salem, McMinnville, Woodburn,
Stayton, Dallas, Eugene, Springfield, Corvallis, Albany, Lebanon,
Vancouver, Battle Ground, Ridgefield, Washougal, Yacolt,
and Amboy
WINTER STORM WATCH REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM LATE TONIGHT THROUGH
MONDAY AFTERNOON…
* WHAT…Snow. Snow will develop later tonight across the
region, spreading from south to north. Generally, 1 to 4
inches are possible. Heaviest accumulations will be over the
hills, and to south and west of Portland.
* WHERE…In Washington, Greater Vancouver Area. In Oregon,
Central Willamette Valley and Greater Portland Metro Area.
* WHEN…From late tonight through Monday afternoon.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Travel could be very difficult at times,
and snow may very well impact the Monday morning commute. Be
sure to carry chains and a winter emergency kit if you must
travel Monday, especially over the higher terrain.
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…
A Winter Storm Watch means there is potential for significant
snow, sleet or ice accumulations that may impact travel. Continue
to monitor the latest forecasts.
