Mother Nature is Packing another punch for the Blue Mountains of OR and WA.
A winter weather advisory is in effect from 4 am Thursday through 10 am Friday for above 4,000 feet. Another 6-10 inches of snow is expected to fall with higher amounts above 5,500 feet expected. That’s not all. Winds will be a concern, gusting up to 40 mph at times. Blowing and drifting snow is expected.
Travel could be difficult.
Gusty winds can bring down tree branches. Drivers should be alert. The heaviest snowfall is expected to occur late Thursday afternoon into the evening. Slow down and exercise caution while driving.
If you don’t want to navigate the roads yourself, you do have options.
Buses are available in all metropolitan areas by using oregon-point.com and Getthereoregon.org and Amtrak is available for you.
Oregon Department of Transportation (ODOT) reminds you that weather can change quickly. For up to date travel on Oregon roads, go here.
When driving in snow in Oregon, it’s helpful to know how to navigate it. When weather is at its worst, ODOT has some tips.
You can find out more on road conditions for the state of Oregon by visiting TripCheck.com.
And, if you want to travel by train, you can always visit Amtrak here.
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