Heavy Snow Warning Issued for Pacific Northwest and Other States
The National Weather Service has issued warnings for heavy snow, predicting up to 20 inches in parts of Washington and Oregon, with travel expected to be 'very difficult to impossible.' The alerts cover several states, including Alaska, Utah, and California, with varying degrees of expected snowfall and wind conditions. In Washington, areas such as Snohomish, Whatcom, and King County could experience significant snowfall and winds up to 35 mph. Oregon's eastern slopes and south-central Cascades are also under alert, with potential snowfall reaching 15 inches and winds up to 45 mph. Residents are advised to delay travel if possible due to hazardous conditions.