First major storm of 2023-24 season to hit Cascades-Siskiyous

First major storm of 2023-24 season to hit Cascades-Siskiyous

MEDFORD, Ore. - A strong frontal system will bring significant impacts to the forecast area Friday morning through Saturday night. Most of the snowfall will be in the southern Oregon Cascades, especially from Highway 140 north. The heaviest snow is expected above 5000 feet elevation from near Crater Lake and points farther north.

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Red Flag Warning issued ahead of expected thunderstorms

Red Flag Warning issued ahead of expected thunderstorms

Monsoonal moisture and an upper level low will kick off thunderstorm activity east of the Cascades on Thursday. Storm activity has a moderate chance of continuing into Thursday night. Increased coverage of thunderstorm activity is anticipated Friday. Storms on Thursday and Friday have a higher potential of being dry.

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More snow overnight; up to 24-36 inches in highest elevations

More snow overnight; up to 24-36 inches in highest elevations

MEDFORD, Ore. - A strong low is anticipated to bring 2 to 3 feet of snow to the Mt. Shasta City area this evening through Tuesday night.

There will be potential for up to 1 to 2 feet or snow in the mountains with this event, although the totals should be on the lower side in Oregon as the greatest moisture is focused over California.

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Heavy snow returns again through Thursday night - 2 feet possible in mountains

Heavy snow returns again through Thursday night - 2 feet possible in mountains

MEDFORD, Ore. - Heavy snow will develop as snow levels rise on Thursday. Snow levels will begin near 2000 feet early Thursday, rise to 3500 to 4500 feet Thursday afternoon then 5000+ feet Thursday night.

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Early March storm to bring snow from Basin to coast

Early March storm to bring snow from Basin to coast

MEDFORD, Ore. - A winter storm will impact the region this weekend. Snow levels are expected to range from around 500 feet in the mornings to above 1500 feet in the afternoon, although snow levels near the coast will be closer to 1500 feet Saturday morning.

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Air Stagnation Advisory issued through noon Friday

Air Stagnation Advisory issued through noon Friday

MEDFORD, Ore. - High pressure will build over the region this week with strong valley inversions. This will support light winds and limited vertical mixing beneath the inversions. As a result, we expect air stagnation and possible deteriorating air quality.

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Friday night storm could bring several feet of snow to mountains

Friday night storm could bring several feet of snow to mountains

MEDFORD, Ore. - Another strong winter storm system will arrive Friday and is expected to produce heavy mountain snow, especially along the Cascades, Siskiyous, and Mt. Shasta area. 1- to 2-feet of snow is possible Friday through Saturday.

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Strong winter storm to hit Basin; Winter Storm Warning issued

Strong winter storm to hit Basin; Winter Storm Warning issued

MEDFORD, Ore. - A strong winter storm will impact the region Wednesday into Thursday. Moderate to heavy snow is anticipated above 2500 ft. Light snow possible down to 1500 ft early Thursday morning. The heaviest snow is expected Wednesday evening through Thursday morning.

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Winter Storm Watch issued; up to 20 inches of mountain snow expected

Winter Storm Watch issued; up to 20 inches of mountain snow expected

MEDFORD, Ore. - There is potential for significant snowfall midweek on Wednesday night and Thursday. The heaviest snow is expected to be across the Coast Range and across Siskiyou County. Heavy snow accumulation could result in widespread travel disruptions.

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Winter weather returns Sunday night

Winter weather returns Sunday night

MEDFORD, Ore. - A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued From 4:00 PM Sunday to 4:00 PM PST Monday for the Eastern Douglas County Foothills above 2500 feet, South Central Oregon Cascades, and Southern Oregon Cascades from Howard Prairie Lake north. The Siskiyous are not included in this Advisory.

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Winter Weather Advisory issued through 4:00 AM Wednesday

Winter Weather Advisory issued through 4:00 AM Wednesday

MEDFORD, Ore. - Moderate to heavy snowfall is expected through Tuesday night across northern California, and the Oregon Cascades and east side above 3000 feet, including portions of Interstate 5 near Mount Shasta and all Cascade and East Side passes.

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Winter Storm Warning issued for Cascades & Siskiyous; Winter Weather Advisory for Klamath Basin

Winter Storm Warning issued for Cascades & Siskiyous; Winter Weather Advisory for Klamath Basin

MEDFORD, Ore. - Moderate to heavy snowfall is expected Sunday into Sunday night across the mountains and for areas east of the Cascades and in Northern California above 4000 feet. Snowfall rates may approach 1 inch per hour in the Southern Oregon Cascades at times Sunday into Sunday evening.

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Abundant lightning returns; Red Flag Warning issued

Abundant lightning returns; Red Flag Warning issued

MEDFORD, Ore. - Instability increases Wednesday with scattered thunderstorms possible. Thunderstorms are expected to start dry, and become wetter in time. In addition to the threat of new fire starts, a dry and unstable layer will support gusty and erratic outflow winds with any thunderstorms. Plume-dominated fire activity will be possible with new or existing fires due to hot, dry and unstable conditions.

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Red Flag Warnings issued for 4th straight day

Red Flag Warnings issued for 4th straight day

MEDFORD, Ore. - While cloud cover and showers along and near the Cascades this morning will limit the potential for thunderstorm development in that area for much of the afternoon, areas west and east of that cloud cover are likely to see thunderstorms develop this afternoon.

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