Winter storm warnings have been issued for several states, including Oregon, Washington, Idaho, Wyoming, and Montana, advising people to avoid travel due to heavy snow. In Oregon, warnings affect counties along highways 97, 58, 230, 138, 62, 140, and 66, with the National Weather Service warning of dangerous driving conditions.
Washington is facing warnings for areas like Mazama, Holden Village, and Loup Loup Pass, where slippery roads are expected, especially at Lookout Pass. Idaho is also bracing for snow in the Centennial Mountains, affecting travel in Island Park.
Wyoming’s warnings include the Teton and Gros Ventre Mountains, where significant snow is expected.
Montana is seeing a winter storm warning along the I-90 Lookout Pass to Haugan route, with hazardous conditions expected.
Authorities recommend carrying a winter storm kit and reporting power outages. As these storms move through the Pacific Northwest and Northern Rockies, residents are urged to stay informed and prioritize safety.
The combination of heavy snow and strong winds could lead to road closures and power outages, so it’s important to be prepared and consider delaying non-essential travel.