More snow on Friday, heavy snow Saturday, bitter cold weekend
There are several issues to discuss regarding the weather this weekend, starting Friday and continuing into the early part of next week. First will…
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Late winter is here: Central Oregon Les Schwab stores busy installing snow tires during calm between storms
Warmer winter weather around the High Desert at the beginning of the winter season allowed some people to delay the purchase or installation of snow…
Continue ReadingSnow Report: Thursday Evening
Not much new snow was added to the mountains today, but the winds and dangerous conditions had Mt. Bachelor closed early. More snow is on the way…
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Humane Society of C. Oregon offers advice, tips on how to keep your pets safe this winter season
With winter weather having definitely arrived in Central Oregon and more on the way, you should not only keep yourself safe but your furry friends…
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Winter storm warning for a foot more snow in C.O., 16-40 inches east slopes; high winds prompt Mt. Bachelor closure
Another major winter storm is poised to sweep into the High Desert over the next couple of days, bringing up to a foot of snow in the Bend area and…
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Deschutes County Public Health offers cold-snap safety, health tips, provides list of warming shelters
BEND, Ore. (KTVZ) — Winter weather is upon us and expected to continue into next week with subzero temperatures, additional snow and high winds.…
Continue ReadingSnow Report: January 11th
Several feet of new snow in some areas of the Cascades with more significant snow on the way likely Friday night going into Saturday morning. A…
Continue ReadingPossible snow showers throughout the day with a mix of clouds and sun
A fine Thursday to you, Central Oregon. Spotty snow showers are possible this morning and throughout the day although the total amount should…
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Your photos: C.O.’s big snowstorm brings its challenges, but also many fun, beautiful sights to share
Thanks as always for sharing such fun, wonderful photos of what you saw and did Tuesday and Wednesday as the biggest snowstorm so far this season…
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Oh, the memes: When a large tree limb crashes through a Sisters home’s roof — and lands in the toilet bowl
Sisters resident Matt Houston, his wife and their two dogs are all OK – that’s the first thing everyone wants to know before they say “wow,”…
Continue ReadingSnow Report: Wednesday January 10th, Hoodoo and Willamette Pass open for business
Plenty of new snow on the mountains, and now everyone is open. Hoodoo is reporting 27″ of powder and a base of 47″ to kick of the season, glad to see…
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Round one is ending, more heavy snow Friday & Saturday, then bitterly cold
The first big snow of the season has come and gone, except for the Cascades which will continue to see accumulating snow. The totals were rather…
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Bend students celebrate a fun first snow day of the school year after heavy snowfall cancels classes
Heavy snowfall overnight Wednesday resulted in dozens of empty school parking lots and the first snow day of the year for many schools — and kids…
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USPS asks you help keep mail carriers safe after the storm, clear snow and ice from sidewalks, mailboxes
Winter in the Pacific Northwest can bring snow accumulations totaling inches or feet, depending on the location. When combined with extended periods…
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Blizzard knocks out power and closes highways and ski resorts in Oregon and Washington
SEATTLE (AP) — A blizzard pounded mountainous areas of Oregon and Washington on Tuesday, knocking out power and prompting the closure of highways…
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ODOT travel update: Winter storms forcing road closures, travel delays around state; storm impacts to continue
SALEM, Ore. (KTVZ) – Winter storms were affecting travel throughout Oregon on Wednesday, with impacts from snow, ice, high winds and heavy rain,…
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Bend Fire & Rescue preps for winter, has advice to homeowners, businesses to be ready for the cold weather ahead
More crashes happen in snowy weather, as you might expect, so Bend Fire & Rescue is set to respond and has some advice for travelers and homeowners…
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Mt. Bachelor operations limited, delayed by big snowstorm’s impacts, while Hoodoo finally opens for the season
SISTERS, Ore. (KTVZ) – Crews on the slopes of Mt. Bachelor dealt Wednesday with the impacts of a major storm that dumped plenty of fresh powder…
Continue ReadingSnow Report: January 10th
Yesterdays snowfall was significant, providing new snow at many resorts, even causing temporary closures in some cases due to over a foot of new…
Continue ReadingMore snow makes for dangerous commute conditions
Happy Wednesday folks, a very active weather pattern continues today through the weekend. Your commute will be affected by slippery roads and…
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