Pendleton, Oregon – Multiple rounds of mountain snow are expected through next week, creating hazardous travel at regional mountain passes.
According to the National Weather Service in Pendleton, snow will impact higher elevations beginning tonight and again Monday night into Tuesday morning. Forecasters said winter driving conditions are likely at pass levels in the Washington and Oregon Cascades.
The agency also noted a 50% chance of 3 to 5 inches of snowfall through Tuesday morning at Cascade pass elevations. Additional snow periods are being monitored from Wednesday morning through Friday, including impacts across the Northern Blue Mountains.
Officials are urging drivers to slow down and use caution, particularly during periods of reduced visibility and slick road conditions. When traffic volume decreases, melted snow can refreeze and create unexpected icy patches.
Even vehicles equipped with four-wheel drive or all-wheel drive can lose traction in snow and ice, according to weather officials. Drivers are encouraged to check real-time road conditions and forecasts before traveling.
Mountain commuters, delivery drivers and college students returning to campus should prepare for potential delays during overnight and early morning travel windows.
Travelers can monitor conditions at tripcheck.com, wsdot.com/Travel/Real-time/Map, and weather.gov/pdt.
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