…HEAVY SNOW WITH STRONG WINDS EXPECTED OVER THE SOUTH WASHINGTON
CASCADES…
.A strong frontal system will bring snow showers, heavy at times, to
the South Washington Cascades above 4000 feet. In addition to
falling snow, winds will be strong around 60 mph which, with heavy
snow fall rates, could reduce visibility at times.
* WHAT…Heavy wet snow expected above 4000 feet. Total snow
accumulations of 1 to 2 feet. Winds gusting as high as 65 mph.
* WHERE…South Washington Cascades.
* WHEN…Until 4 PM PST Tuesday.
* IMPACTS…Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous. Visibilities may drop below 1/4
mile due to falling and blowing snow.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Strong winds with heavy snowfall rates may
reduce visibility at times.