Oregon Winter Weather Alert: Blue Mountains to See Up to 8 Inches of Snow by Friday Night

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Pendleton, OR – The National Weather Service has issued a Winter Weather Advisoryfor the Blue Mountains of Oregon and Washington, warning of up to 8 inches of snow and gusty winds up to 45 mph through 10 p.m. Friday.

According to the National Weather Service in Pendleton, the storm will bring moderate to heavy snowfall, significantly reducing visibility and making travel hazardous. Affected areas include Ski Bluewood Resort, Long Creek, North Powder, Meacham, Ukiah, and Tollgate.

Drivers should expect difficult road conditions, especially in higher elevations. Officials urge motorists to slow down, use caution, and check road conditionsbefore traveling. In Oregon, updates are available at tripcheck.com or by dialing 511. Washington travelers can check wsdot.wa.gov/travel.

Snowfall is expected to intensify through Thursday evening, with conditions improving late Friday night. Residents should prepare for possible power outages and limited visibility due to blowing snow.

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