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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Portland OR
1042 PM PDT Thu Mar 12 2026

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North Oregon Cascades-
Including the cities of Bennett Pass, Government Camp, Timothy
Lake, and Lost Lake
1042 PM PDT Thu Mar 12 2026

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 11 PM PDT THIS EVENING...

Snow levels will continue to rise through early Friday morning.
Also, precipitation will continue to decrease. Therefore, will let
the current Winter Weather Advisory expire at 11 PM this evening.

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South Washington Cascades-
Including the cities of Indian Heaven Wilderness, Mt. St. Helens,
and Larch Mountain
1042 PM PDT Thu Mar 12 2026

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 AM PDT FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected above 3000 to 3500ft. Additional snow
  accumulations up to 4 to 6 inches with locally higher amounts
  possible along the crests. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...South Washington Cascades.

* WHEN...Until 5 AM PDT Friday.

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

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels will continue to rise above 5000
  ft through early Friday morning.

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.

If you are using a generator, be sure to keep it outdoors and away
from windows and vents.

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

Backcountry recreation is not advised.

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For more information from the National Weather Service visit
www.weather.gov/portland

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