Washington Mountain Pass Forecast: Snow and Hazard Alerts for Weekend Drivers

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Spokane, WA – Residents and travelers in Washington face increased cautionary alerts due to air quality concerns and anticipated snow on major mountain passes. Light winds and limited air mixing are expected to hold smoke and other particulates near the surface, with possible improvement by Monday.

According to the National Weather Service in Spokane, minor to moderate snow impacts are expected in the mountain passes, with Stevens Pass, Lookout Pass, and Highway 20 under particular advisory. Drivers should expect light snow on Saturday, escalating to moderate impacts through midweek. Conditions could worsen on Tuesday and Wednesday, with the heaviest snowfall expected during this period.

Officials recommend caution while traveling on mountain passes, with re-routed travel suggested during the heaviest snowfall days. For real-time updates, residents can access air quality data at wa.gov and deq.idaho.gov.

By staying updated on weather conditions and road alerts, travelers can better prepare for safe journeys through Washington’s mountain passes this weekend.

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