Winter Storm Warning for the Cascades

Urgent - Winter Weather Message
National Weather Service Seattle Wa
435 pm pst Tue Dec 30 2008

                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                    Olympics-West Slopes Northern  Cascades and passes-West Slopes Central Cascades and passes-435 pm pst tue dec 30 2008

Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 4 pm pst Wednesday...

A strong pacific frontal system will bring periods of heavy snow and windy conditions to the north and central Cascades and Olympics tonight through Wednesday afternoon. Snow amounts of 1 to 2 feet are expected by late Wednesday. Gusty winds are likely to produce areas of blowing and drifting snow with reduced
Visibility.

Precautionary/preparedness actions...

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means significant snowfall is occurring or imminent. Significant amounts of snow will make travel hazardous. Only travel in an emergency. If you must...keep flashlights...food...water...and blankets in your vehicle in case of an emergency.

Those in the warned area should prepare for hazardous...winter driving conditions.

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