Seattle, WA — Heavy snow and gusty winds across the Washington Cascades are triggering difficult travel Saturday morning.
According to the National Weather Service in Seattle, a Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 11 a.m. PDT Saturday for multiple Cascade zones, including Snohomish, King, Pierce, and Lewis county mountain areas.
Forecasters say up to two additional inches of snow could accumulate before the warning expires. Winds may gust as high as 35 mph, which could reduce visibility and make mountain travel hazardous.
The warning includes several well-known travel corridors and recreation areas, such as Stevens Pass, Snoqualmie Pass, White Pass, SR-18 at Tiger Mountain Summit, Mount Rainier, Crystal Mountain, Paradise, Ashford, Greenwater, and Longmire.
Officials say travel could be very difficult, particularly on higher-elevation roads and passes where snowfall and wind combine to reduce traction and visibility.
Drivers traveling through the Cascades are urged to prepare for rapidly changing conditions. The National Weather Service advises travelers to carry emergency supplies, including a flashlight, food, and water, in case of delays or road closures.
Forecasters also warn that power outages are possible where snow and wind affect mountain infrastructure.
For many weekend travelers and commuters crossing major passes such as Snoqualmie or Stevens, conditions could still impact late-morning trips before the warning expires.
Motorists should check the latest pass reports and road conditions before traveling through the Cascades Saturday morning.
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