11/29/2022
Winter Storm Warning
From Wed 4 pm until Thu 10 pm PST
Action Recommended
Make preparations per the instructions
Issued By
Medford - OR, US, National Weather Service
Affected Area
In California, Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc Counties and Modoc County. In Oregon, Klamath Basin and Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County. This includes Dorris, Tulelake, Newell, Canby, Alturas, Klamath Falls, Chemult and Crescent. This also includes highways 97, 140, 31, 139, 299 and 395
Description..WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM WEDNESDAY TO 10 PM PST THURSDAY...
WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 10 inches. Winds gusting 25 to 35 mph, except up to 45 mph over the mountains.
WHERE...In California, Northeast Siskiyou and Northwest Modoc Counties and Modoc County. In Oregon, Klamath Basin and Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County. This includes Dorris, Tulelake, Newell, Canby, Alturas, Klamath Falls, Chemult and Crescent. This also includes highways 97, 140, 31, 139, 299 and 395.
WHEN...From 4 PM Wednesday to 10 PM PST Thursday.
IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Areas of of blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. Heavy snow may result in trees down and power outages. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heaviest snow is expected late Wednesday night into Thursday afternoon. Moderate to heavy snow could continue into Thursday evening, especially south and east.
View the hazard area in detail at https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/map/?wfo=mfr
PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...
Travel is strongly discouraged because of dangerous conditions.
If you must travel, keep tire chains, a flashlight, blankets, food, water, medications, and a fully charged phone with you.
The safest place during a winter storm is indoors.
A Winter Storm Warning means that severe winter weather is imminent and poses a threat to life and property. Take protective action now.