Winter Weather Advisory for Cascades, Wind Advisory for Basin

Winter Weather Advisory for Cascades, Wind Advisory for Basin

National Weather Service, Medford Oregon has issued a Winter Weather Advisory for areas of the Cascade Mountains through 10:00PM Today, December 20, 2018. NWS has also issued a High Wind Advisory for the Klamath Basin for the same period.

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High Wind Warning through 10:00 PM Tuesday, Dec 18th

High Wind Warning through 10:00 PM Tuesday, Dec 18th

Another frontal system will bring moderate to strong winds to the coast this evening, the Shasta Valley tonight and some areas east of the Cascades late Tuesday morning.

The National Weather Service in Medford has replaced the High Wind Watch with a High Wind Warning...which is in effect from 10 AM to 10 PM PST Tuesday. A Wind Advisory has also been issued.

This Wind Advisory is in effect from 10 AM to 10 PM PST Tuesday.

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Wet and Windy Weekend Ahead

Wet and Windy Weekend Ahead

Two storm systems will arrive back to back and bring periods of heavy rain to southern Oregon and northern California over the next several days. Snow levels will quickly rise to about 8000 feet early on Thursday and will linger there through Saturday before falling to around 5000 feet. This heavy rain will create the possibility for land slides and debris flows, rapid river rises and urban and small stream flooding. 

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Heavy Rain & Snows Expected for Southern Oregon thru Saturday Morning

Heavy Rain & Snows Expected for Southern Oregon thru Saturday Morning

High mountains are going to get feet of snow. Snow levels will lower sharply behind a cold front, starting Thursday morning, and mountain passes may see a period of moderate to heavy snow Thursday morning.

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Winter Weather Advisory Remains in Effect until 10PM Tonight

Winter Weather Advisory Remains in Effect until 10PM Tonight

WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS EVENING

Snow occurring. Plan on difficult travel conditions,including during the morning commute. Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 9 inches, with localized amounts up to 12 inches, are expected today.

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Winter Storm Watch & High Wind Warning Issued

Winter Storm Watch & High Wind Warning Issued

Another fairly strong frontal system in the recent parade will arrive Tuesday with increasing southerly winds for many areas. Significant rainfall is expected at lower elevations Tuesday through Wednesday, with significant snowfall expected for elevations above 3500 to 4000 feet Wednesday. While model guidance continues to waiver on day to day precipitation amounts and the strength of individual frontal systems, there is increasing confidence that unsettled weather with more frontal systems will generally continue into early next week. Stay tuned for more details and updates through the next week!

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High Wind Warning Issued for Friday

High Wind Warning Issued for Friday

Southwest winds will increase east of the Cascades Friday afternoon ahead of a strong cold front. The strongest winds are likely to occur late Friday afternoon and are expected to decrease below warning levels by late Friday evening.

Modoc County, Northern and Eastern Klamath County, Western Lake County, Central and Eastern Lake County, Including the city of Valley Falls

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High Winds Expected for Basin Areas

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The period of strongest winds and gusts will occur overnight into Sunday, but winds will begin to increase this afternoon and evening. The highest winds are expected in the Shasta Valley, across much of the East Side, along the coast, and at higher elevations. Those traveling after the holiday should be prepared for strong crosswinds that may make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Also, winds could topple trees and produce other windborne debris. Take the proper precautions with outdoor property and yourself to prevent loss or injury!

A detailed picture where wind gusts will be the strongest with our next storm. (NWS Medford, Ore.)

High Wind Warning and Advisory:

  • Winds - South winds will increase to 30 to 45 mph with gusts to 70 mph late this afternoon into Sunday afternoon.
  • Timing - Winds will increase this afternoon into tonight withthe strongest winds late tonight into early Sunday morning.Winds will remain strong into early Sunday afternoon.
  • Warning Locations Include
    • Highway 31 between Paisley and Summer Lake
    • Cedar Pass on Hwy 299
    • The Warner Mountains and higher elevations of Lake County.
  • Advisory Locations include
    • Highway 140 near Beatty
    • Highway 139 near Newell
    • Highway 97 near Modoc Point
    • Highway 31 between Valley Falls and Paisley
    • Highway 140 east of Adel
    • Highway 139 between Tionesta and Canby
  • Travel could become dangerous for high profile vehicles, tree fall may occur, and power outages are possible.
  • View the hazard area in detail athttps://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

A High Wind Warning means a hazardous high wind event is expected or occurring. Sustained wind speeds of at least 40 mph or gusts of 58 mph or more can lead to property damage. Travel will be impacted, especially for high profile vehicles.

A Wind Advisory means that winds of 35 mph are expected with higher gusts possible. Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. Use extra caution.


Affected Areas:

  • Siskiyou County
  • Modoc County
  • Klamath County
  • Lake County
  • Jackson County
  • Modoc County
  • Siskiyou County

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Winter Storms and High Winds Expected (Warnings & Advisories)

Winter Storms and High Winds Expected (Warnings & Advisories)

Winter weather and high winds expected for much of the basin and beyond.  Storm expected to begin about 10:00 AM Wednesday and continue over night into early Thursday morning. 

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High Wind Warning: For Parts of Klamath, Modoc & Lake Counties

High Wind Warning: For Parts of Klamath, Modoc & Lake Counties

A strong frontal system will bring a period of moderate to strong and gusty winds to portions of the Shasta Valley, Rogue Valley,and portions of Klamath, Lake, and Modoc Counties Wednesday into Thursday. The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a High Wind Warning and a Wind Advisory, which are in effect from 4 AM Wednesday to 4 PM PST Thursday.

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