Government Camp, OR Severe Weather Alertstar_ratehome

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 5 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 5 AM PDT THURSDAY ABOVE 2500 FT...

* WHAT...Heavy snow above 2500 ft. Total snow accumulations between
12 to 21 inches. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...South Washington Cascades and the Northern and Central
Cascades of Oregon.

* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 5 AM PDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
likely become slick and hazardous.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Latest guidance suggests the heaviest snow
accumulations are forecast over the Cascades from Marion to Lane
Counties.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Consider postponing travel until weather conditions improve.

If you must travel, be sure to slow down and allow extra time.

If your car becomes trapped in deep snow, be sure to keep your car
off to stay safe from potential carbon monoxide poisoning.

Be aware that walking surfaces may be slick. Walk with extra care.

Backcountry recreation is not advised.

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