Lots of new fresh powder to enjoy this weekend due to the recent snowstorms. We could gain a few more inches by the end of the weekend. There’s milder pattern next week so get ready for spring-like conditions up on the mountain.
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This weekend is looking a lot quieter than last weekend. Today’s weather has been partly to mostly cloudy, with a few light rain showers. Overnight lows will drop into the 30s later under cloudy skies. We’re not seeing any active watches or warnings for our region at this time. Another round of mountain precipitation is
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Today will be partly to mostly cloudy as the region is expected to see snow over the mountains linger into the mid-morning time frame. The High Desert has a slight chance of some light rain during the day, but not much to write home about. The forecast is going to start trending drier and milder
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There is a chance for some mountain snow to fall and create issues for folks traveling through mountain passes tonight and Saturday. Expect to see the snow linger over the Cascades for the next few days and the lower levels dry out. Milder conditions are expected next week, but not before we have some snow
Continue ReadingEnjoy the fresh powder this weekend as the region is in line for more snow. There is a good chance for us to gain at least another 6 – 10″ of snow by the end of the weekend as the snow machine is still on. Snow will continue to get squeezed out of the sky
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — As spring rains and seasonal flooding continue to increase the risk of water damage across Oregon, the state Department of Emergency Management says it’s critical for homeowners and renters to understand the process of filing a flood insurance claim and how to protect their financial future. Here’s their full news release
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PRINEVILLE, Ore. (KTVZ) – A small roadside slide along Mill Creek Road has led to a temporary restriction to one lane in the area, Crook County officials said Friday. The slide occurred on Monday, March 10 near milepost 8, just north of the Steins Pillar parking area, officials said. The Crook County Road Department has
Continue ReadingJust a few extra inches along the Cascades after very heavy snowfall this last week. We have one mroe day of heavy snow before it tapers off this weekend. Happy skiing!
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A Winter Weather Advisory is active until 11pm tonight for the eastern slopes, and areas south of Bend and until 5am Saturday for the Cascades. Southern Deschutes County will pick up 0-2” by the end of the day today. The mountains will receive another 7-10” by Saturday morning. Gusty winds this afternoon will increase travel
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Today is the first day of Spring and the weather is much more reminiscent of Winter. Snow is falling on the mountains, to the delight of the snow riders, making travel difficult through the passes. The snowfall will continue off and on though early Saturday. The Cascades are the focus of the Winter Storm Warning,
Continue ReadingPlenty of snow to go around for the first day of Spring. Most of the resorts reported several inches of fresh powder overnight and there is more on the way. Expect to see snow continue to pile up, at a rate of around 6″ to 10″ per day into the weekend. Next week will be
Continue ReadingRecent heavy snow is starting to settle and become more compact. Base heights remain high, although they are dropping in some spots. More mountain snow is in the forecast.
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Happy spring! This morning, at 2:01am, the Vernal Equinox marked the official transition from winter to spring. From here on out, our daylight hours will be longer than hour nighttime hours. Mother nature, however, has slightly different plans for Central Oregon.A Winter Storm Warning is active until 11pm tonight for the Cascades, the eastern slopes,
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BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Aiden gave our Chief Meteorologist John Carroll a hand with the forecast this week. Aiden is a fourth-grade student at Trinity Lutheran School in Bend and really likes science and math. Aiden loves science because he wants to become an astronaut some day, so that will come in handy. The reason
Continue ReadingTonight we will see the advent of new snow and that show will continue off and on until Saturday morning. If you are looking for spring skiing to last well into May, this is good news. There is a winter weather advisory tonight and may be upgraded to a winter storm warning for Friday and
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Tonight at 2:01 am (technically Thursday) the direct rays of the Sun will be perpendicular to the equator, that is the Vernal Equinox. It signifies the beginning of the astronomical spring and we start to see more hours of daylight than darkness. The weather, on the other hand, will be much more reminiscent of winter.
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SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) — Governor Tina Kotek announced Wednesday that she has declared a state of emergency due to flooding and landslides since Feb. 24 in several Oregon counties. “When emergencies hit, Oregon families and businesses need to know we have their back in every part of the state,” Governor Kotek said. “Recovery starts as
Continue ReadingPlan for snow showers to pick back up again today and continue into Thursday. Hoodoo has opened for the weekend with a height of 122″.
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Highs today are in the mid 40s to low 50s with breezy conditions. Winds will gust between 20-25mph this afternoon.We are off to a cloudy, but dry, start. However, rain and snow will pick up where it left off again this evening as a cold front moves in. Timing is right around dinner time, or
Continue ReadingThe snow continues to fall in the mountains this week as the series of snow storms will cross the area through the weekend. Tonight there will be cloudy and dry but that should be it as far as the lack of snow in concerned. Snow is expected to return Wednesday afternoon and will continue for
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