A major winter storm is expected to dump heavy snow on the southern Oregon Cascades and nearby mountain ranges, making driving dangerous until Tuesday evening.
According to the National Weather Service in Medford, a Winter Weather Advisory is still in place from 11 p.m. Sunday until 5 p.m. Tuesday. Snow accumulations of 8 to 24 inches are possible over the South Central Oregon Cascades, including Howard Prairie, Diamond Lake, Siskiyou Summit, and Crescent Lake. Winds may gust up to 40 mph.
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Highways 230, 138, 62, and 140 may become dangerous, especially during the Monday morning and evening commute. Mount Ashland and the neighboring mountains are also likely to get considerable precipitation.
Residents of Klamath, Lake, and Modoc counties, including Chemult, Alturas, and Lakeview, should expect 3 to 13 inches of snow, particularly at higher elevations. Winds in certain regions may gust up to 45 mph, significantly limiting visibility.
Travelers are advised to slow down and use caution. For Oregon road conditions, go to tripcheck.com or call 511. Prepare emergency kits including food, water, and a flashlight in the event of road closures or delays.
This weather system is consistent with usual late-season snowstorms, but the projected accumulation is more than average for this time of year.
