Winter Weather Advisory
Winter Weather Advisory issued December 17 at 10:44AM PST until December 18 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Portland OR
Alert Description
* WHAT...Wet snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to two inches. * WHERE...Upper Hood River Valley. * WHEN...From 4 AM to 10 AM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall amounts most likely between a trace to 2 inches before temperatures warm and precipitation transitions to all rain later Thursday morning.
Safety Instructions
Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury. Have a winter emergency driving kit readily available. Common items to include: flashlight, batteries, blankets, a shovel, water, non-perishable food items, tire chains, etc. For the latest road conditions and chain restrictions in Oregon, call 5 1 1, or visit: www.tripcheck.com.