At 12:29 p.m. on Sunday, the National Weather Service released a winter storm watch valid from Tuesday 4 a.m. until Thursday 4 a.m. for North Oregon Cascades, Cascades of Marion and Linn counties and Cascades of Lane County.
The weather service says, “Heavy snow possible. Total snow accumulations up to one to two feet possible. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph.”
“Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous,” comments the weather service. “Winterize your vehicle and have a winter emergency driving kit readily available. Make sure your emergency kit has the following items: flashlights, batteries, blankets, a shovel, water, non-perishable food items, tire chains, etc. Now is a good time to put snow tires on your vehicle. Check on friends and family to see if they need help preparing. Monitor the latest forecasts for updates on this situation. Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution.”
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