Headline:
Winter Storm Warning issued April 14 at 10:41PM PDT until April 16 at 5:00AM PDT by NWS Pendleton OR
Event:
Winter Storm Warning
Urgency:
Expected
Effective:
April 14, 2026 - 10:41pm
Expires:
April 15, 2026 - 1:00pm
Description:
* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12
inches above 4000 feet with locally higher amounts along the
Cascade crest. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.
* WHERE...East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades.
* WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Thursday.
* IMPACTS...Significant snowfall with periods of heavy snowfall
rates will combine with low visibility to create very difficult
driving conditions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lighter snowfall is forecast below 4000 feet
along US 97, US 26, and US 20.
Steady snowfall late this afternoon into Wednesday morning will turn
over to snow showers Wednesday afternoon.
Instruction:
Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely
necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter
storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains,
booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing.
Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help
you survive in case you become stranded.
Do not touch downed lines and report any power outages to your
electric company. Travel is highly discouraged due to slick roadways
and the possibility of downed trees and power lines.
Area Description:
East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades
Forcast Office:
NWS Pendleton OR
Sender:
w-nws.webmaster@noaa.gov