Snow Threats of 25 Inches Expected for Cascades in Washington, Oregon

Southwest Washington and Northwest Oregon are once again in danger of receiving low-elevation snow, with areas in the Washington Cascades slated to receive up to 25 inches of snow, while the nearby areas could only receive six inches.

Snow Threats Up to 25 Inches

The Oregon Coast Range and the Cascades are under a Winter Storm Warning.

There could be four to six inches of snow in the Coast Range above 1500 feet, but more snow is possible, while 15 to 25 inches of snow are possible in the Cascades at pass level.

Additionally, a Special Weather Statement has been issued indicating that Thursday night and Friday night could see snow accumulations reaching an inch at the valley floor.

Travelers crossing the Coast Range or the Cascades should prepare for hazardous and challenging conditions.

Snow levels can drop as low as 500 feet, according to KATU meteorologist Rhonda Shelby, and denser showers may push the snow level all the way to the valley floor.

It will be possible to dust some areas on both Thursday and Friday mornings.

There will be thunderstorms, showers, and a mix of snow and rain.

According to KATU, the weather will be extremely unpredictable through Saturday afternoon.

The Winter Storm Warning covers Oregon, the Northern Oregon Cascades, and the Cascades in Lane County, as well as Washington's South Washington Cascades, as per the National Weather Service.

The warning will last until 5 PM on Saturday, and officials warn that travel could be very difficult.

Winter Weather Advisory

The service also issued a Winter Weather Advisory effective over the Cascade mountains and valleys of Snohomish and King Counties, which include Stevens Pass and Snoqualmie Pass; and the Pierce and Lewis Counties' Cascade mountains and valleys, which include the Paradise on Mount Rainier and the Crystal Mountain Ski Area.

The advisory will remain in effect until 5 AM on Saturday.

Wind Advisory

Meanwhile, in areas of Oregon, particularly the foothills of the Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon, and in Washington, specifically the Lower Columbia Basin and foothills of the Blue Mountains of Washington, a Wind Advisory is in effect until 2 AM on Friday.

For the said areas, Southwest winds of 20 mph to 30 mph with gusts reaching 45 mph are expected.

Authorities issue a warning that strong winds may blow unsecured objects around.

According to the National Weather Service, there may be a few power outages and tree limbs that are blown down.

Health in Yacolt, South Washington Cascades - TODAY

Allergens tree pollen, mold, dust, and dander are at moderate levels for today in Yacolt, which is located in the South Washington Cascades.

Triggers for arthritis, sinus pressure, migraine, and asthma are all at high levels for the day, while common cold triggers are at moderate levels.

Officials remind affected locals to be mindful of their medications and to take proper precautions when going outdoors, AccuWeather reported.