Winter Storm Warning issued December 19 at 2:16PM PST until December 20 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Pendleton OR
* WHAT…Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 6
inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.
* WHERE…East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades.
* WHEN…Until 10 AM PST Saturday.
* IMPACTS…Travel could be difficult due to periods of moderate to
heavy snow.
Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter
storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains,
booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing.
Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help
you survive in case you become stranded.
Do not touch downed lines and report any power outages to your
electric company. Travel is highly discouraged due to slick roadways
and the possibility of downed trees and power lines.