*** WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 10 AM WEDNESDAY ABOVE 500 FEET – WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM WEDNESDAY TO 10 AM THURSDAY ***
For the Winter Storm Warning, heavy snow is expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches, except for 5 to 10 inches above 1000 feet. For the Winter Weather Advisory above 500 feet, snow is expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches, except 4 to 8 inches in higher terrain above 1500 feet. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph into this evening.
This event is for the South Central Oregon Coast and Curry County Coast. For the Winter Weather Advisory, above 500 feet including Humbug Mountain and other areas away from the beaches. For the Winter Storm Warning, all areas, including Highway 101, and possibly even down to some area beaches.
* 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. 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.