Nationwide Weather Service Issues Multi‑State Winter Storm Warnings The National Weather Service placed winter storm warnings on Oregon, Washington, Idaho and Alaska, forecasting up to 24 inches of snow from Wednesday through Thursday [1]. Travel is expected to range from “very difficult to impossible,” prompting officials to urge drivers to limit trips and prepare emergency supplies [1]. The advisories mark the start of coordinated public‑safety actions across the region [1].

Mountain Regions Face Deep Snow and Strong Winds Southern Oregon Cascades and the Siskiyou Mountains are slated for 8–24 inches of snow with gusts reaching 45 mph, while higher elevations in the northern and central Cascades could accumulate as much as five feet above 5,000 ft [1]. Washington’s eastern Cascades may see up to 20 inches of snow and wind gusts of 50 mph, threatening major passes and county routes [1]. In Alaska, coastal areas such as the southwestern Kenai Peninsula could experience 60 mph winds and up to four inches of snow, with visibility dropping to half a mile [1].

Travel and Safety Recommendations Emphasized for Affected Areas Motorists are instructed to drive with extreme caution, keep flashlights, food and water in their vehicles, and be ready for sudden visibility changes [1]. Avalanche risk rises sharply where snow exceeds five feet, prompting recreation managers to monitor closures and rescue resources [1]. Local officials across the warned states are coordinating road‑closure alerts and emergency‑response plans to mitigate disruptions [1].