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Winter Storm Warning 6, NWS Spokane, WA

February 28, 20187 counties in Washington

NWS Spokane, WA issued this winter storm warning at Feb 28, 2018, 3:29 AM PST for 7 counties in Washington. It took effect at Feb 28, 2018, 10:00 AM PST. It was in force for 41 hr. 15 reports came from inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named, with what was reported inside it.

The facts

Issued
Feb 28, 2018, 3:29 AM PST (11:29 UTC)
In effect from
Feb 28, 2018, 10:00 AM PST
Expired
Mar 2, 2018, 2:48 AM PST
In force
41 hr
Issued by
NWS Spokane, WA

Counties Douglas County, WA, Ferry County, WA, Grant County, WA, Okanogan County, WA, Pend Oreille County, WA, Spokane County, WA, Stevens County, WA

The radar

The Spokane radar (KOTX), 82 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 11:33 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

Open the radar archive at this moment

The archived warnings, watches and discussions in force at that minute are drawn over the scan, this one among them.

What was reported inside it

TimeReportWhereRemark
Mar 1, 6:50 AM PSTHEAVY SNOW 1613 Ese Twisp, WACORRECTS PREVIOUS HEAVY SNOW REPORT FROM 1 NNW OROVILLE. HEAVY, WET SNOW. NO POWER.
Mar 1, 6:50 AM PSTHEAVY SNOW 161 Nnw Oroville, WAHEAVY, WET SNOW. NO POWER.
Mar 1, 7:10 AM PSTHEAVY SNOW 64 W Boyds, WA
Mar 1, 7:20 AM PSTSNOW 2Tonasket, WAVIA SOCIAL MEDIA. STILL SNOWING.
Mar 1, 7:59 AM PSTSNOW 3.85 Nne Loon Lake, WASTILL SNOWING WITH TEMPERATURE OF 33.
Mar 1, 10:03 AM PSTHEAVY SNOW 64 W Republic, WA
Mar 1, 10:28 AM PSTHEAVY SNOW 812 S Wauconda, WA
Mar 1, 1:05 PM PSTSNOW 3Republic, WA
Mar 1, 2:45 PM PSTSNOW 12.54 W Republic, WA
Mar 1, 4:26 PM PSTHEAVY SNOW 134 W Boyds, WA
Mar 1, 6:30 PM PSTHEAVY SNOW 263 Se Malott, WA24 HOUR AMOUNT. RESIDENTS ARE SNOWED IN.
Mar 1, 7:07 PM PSTHEAVY SNOW 14.94 W Boyds, WA8.8 OF IT FELL IN A 12 HOUR PERIOD. STILL SNOWING.
Mar 1, 7:49 PM PSTHEAVY SNOW 64 Wsw Chesaw, WA
Mar 1, 10:45 PM PSTHEAVY SNOW 128 Sse Malo, WA
Mar 2, 2:00 AM PSTHEAVY SNOW 218 Nnw Conconully, WASALMON MEADOWS SNOTEL SNOW TOTAL 6 PM 2/28 - 2 AM 3/2.

Local storm reports filed while the alert was in force, from inside its polygon or its counties.

The nearest sounding before it

Spokane, WA (KOTX), launched 00:00Z, 11.5 hours before the alert went out and 166 km from the middle of its area. This is the routine balloon launch nearest before it, the air the forecaster had in hand, not a measurement taken for the alert.

Skew-T log-pSkew-T log-p diagram, Spokane, WA at 00:00Z on 2018-02-28Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 0 joules per kilogram.LCL10008507005003002001001 km2 km3 km6 km9 km12 km15 km-30°-20°-10°0°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Spokane, WA at 00:00Z on 2018-02-28The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 204 square meters per square second.1939587897Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
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The text

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971 
WWUS46 KOTX 281129
WSWOTX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
329 AM PST Wed Feb 28 2018

...Winter Storm to bring Heavy Mountain Snow and Locally Heavy 
Valley Accumulations Tonight and Thursday...

.A slow moving low pressure system will bring several rounds of 
heavy mountain snow beginning this afternoon and lasting through
Thursday. Motorists with plans to travel over the Cascade Passes 
or over Sherman Pass in north central Washington will experience 
winter driving conditions. The valleys of the East Slopes of the 
Cascades, northeast Washington, and the north Idaho Panhandle will
have the potential for wet and locally heavy snow accumulations, 
possibly mixed with some rain on Thursday. Lowland accumulations 
may vary considerably with marginal temperatures leading to snow 
accumulating much more efficiently in some areas than others.

WAZ042-282030-
/O.UPG.KOTX.WS.A.0007.180228T2000Z-180302T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KOTX.WS.W.0006.180228T1800Z-180302T0600Z/
East Slopes Northern Cascades-
Including the following locations Leavenworth, Mazama, Twisp, 
Winthrop, Stehekin, Conconully, Blewett Pass, and Loup Loup Pass
329 AM PST Wed Feb 28 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM THIS MORNING TO
10 PM PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10
  inches, with mountain accumulations up to 25 inches, are 
  expected.

* WHERE...Leavenworth, Mazama, Twisp, Winthrop, Stehekin, 
  Conconully, Blewett Pass, and Loup Loup Pass.

* WHEN...From 10 AM this morning to 10 PM PST Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. Be 
  prepared for significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ037-038-282030-
/O.UPG.KOTX.WS.A.0007.180228T2000Z-180302T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KOTX.WS.W.0006.180301T0000Z-180302T1200Z/
Northeast Mountains-Okanogan Highlands-
Including the following locations Colville, Northport, Deer Park,
Chewelah, Newport, Kettle Falls, Springdale-Hunters Road, 
Orin-Rice Road, Flowery Trail Road, Republic, Inchelium, 
Wauconda, Chesaw Road, Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, 
Boulder Creek Road, and Sherman Pass
329 AM PST Wed Feb 28 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
4 AM PST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total valley snow accumulations of 5
  to 10 inches, with mountain accumulations up to 23 inches, are 
  expected.

* WHERE...Colville, Northport, Deer Park, Chewelah, Newport, 
  Kettle Falls, Springdale-Hunters Road, Orin-Rice Road, Flowery 
  Trail Road, Republic, Inchelium, Wauconda, Chesaw Road, 
  Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, Boulder Creek Road, and Sherman 
  Pass.

* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 4 AM PST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heavy mountain snow is a near certainty.
  Plan on difficult travel conditions. In the valleys snow will
  most efficiently accumulate during the overnight and early
  morning hours, while becoming slushy and wet and possibly mixing
  with rain during the afternoon hours. Heavy wet snow may break 
  tree branches and cause scattered power outages.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ044-282030-
/O.NEW.KOTX.WS.W.0006.180301T0000Z-180301T1800Z/
Waterville Plateau-
Including the following locations Waterville, Mansfield, 
and Badger Mountain Road
329 AM PST Wed Feb 28 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
10 AM PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6
  inches, with localized amounts up to 8 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Waterville, Mansfield, and Badger Mountain Road.

* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 10 AM PST Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. Be 
  prepared for significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ001-282030-
/O.UPG.KOTX.WS.A.0007.180228T2000Z-180302T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KOTX.WW.Y.0016.180301T0000Z-180302T0000Z/
Northern Panhandle-
Including the following locations Sandpoint, Bonners Ferry, 
Priest River, Eastport, and Schweitzer Mountain Road
329 AM PST Wed Feb 28 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
4 PM PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total valley snow accumulations of 2 to 4
  inches, with mountain accumulations up to 10 inches, are 
  expected.

* WHERE...Sandpoint, Bonners Ferry, Priest River, Eastport, and 
  Schweitzer Mountain Road.

* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 4 PM PST Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Thursday. Be prepared 
  for reduced visibilities at times. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ041-043-282030-
/O.NEW.KOTX.WW.Y.0016.180301T0000Z-180301T1800Z/
Wenatchee Area-Okanogan Valley-
Including the following locations Wenatchee, Chelan, Entiat, 
Cashmere, Omak, Okanogan, Brewster, Bridgeport, Oroville, 
Nespelem, and Disautel Pass
329 AM PST Wed Feb 28 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
10 AM PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4 
  inches, with localized amounts up to 7 inches, are expected. 
  Heaviest amounts are expected on the higher terrain above the 
  river valley.

* WHERE...Wenatchee, Chelan, Entiat, Cashmere, Omak, Okanogan, 
  Brewster, Bridgeport, Oroville, Nespelem, and Disautel Pass.

* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 10 AM PST Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. Be 
  prepared for reduced visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ002-WAZ036-282030-
/O.NEW.KOTX.WW.Y.0016.180301T0600Z-180301T1800Z/
Coeur d'Alene Area-Spokane Area-
Including the following locations Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, 
Hayden, Worley, Spokane, Cheney, Davenport, and Rockford
329 AM PST Wed Feb 28 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO
10 AM PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches,
  are expected. Local higher amounts are possible on the West
  Plains. 

* WHERE...Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, Hayden, Worley, Spokane, 
  Cheney, Davenport, and Rockford.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 AM PST Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Thursday. Be prepared 
  for reduced visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ031-282030-
/O.NEW.KOTX.WW.Y.0016.180301T0600Z-180302T1200Z/
Northeast Blue Mountains-
Including the following locations Peola, Mountain Road, 
and Cloverland Road
329 AM PST Wed Feb 28 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO
4 AM PST FRIDAY ABOVE 4000 FEET...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches
  above 4000 feet, with 1 to 3 inches below 4000 feet.
 
* WHERE...Peola, Mountain Road, and Cloverland Road.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 4 AM PST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Thursday. Be prepared 
  for reduced visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
8 follow-up statements
754 
WWUS46 KOTX 282026
WSWOTX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
1226 PM PST Wed Feb 28 2018

...Winter Storm to bring heavy mountain snow and moderate valley 
accumulations tonight into Thursday...

.A slow moving low pressure system will bring several rounds of
heavy mountain snow beginning this late afternoon and lasting 
through Thursday. Motorists with plans to travel over the Cascade 
Passes or over Sherman Pass in north central Washington will 
experience winter driving conditions. The valleys of the East 
Slopes of the Cascades, northeast Washington, and the north Idaho 
Panhandle will have the potential for wet and locally heavy snow 
accumulations, possibly mixed with some rain on Thursday. Lowland 
snow accumulations will vary considerably with temperatures 
fluctuating around freezing and leading to a rain snow mix. 

WAZ042-010600-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-180302T0600Z/
East Slopes Northern Cascades-
Including the following locations Leavenworth, Mazama, Twisp, 
Winthrop, Stehekin, Conconully, Blewett Pass, and Loup Loup Pass
1226 PM PST Wed Feb 28 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 10 inches,
  with mountain accumulations up to 20 inches, are expected. Snow
  will mix with rain in the valleys by Thursday afternoon. 

* WHERE...Leavenworth, Mazama, Twisp, Winthrop, Stehekin, 
  Conconully, Blewett Pass, and Loup Loup Pass.

* WHEN...This afternoon, tonight and until 10 PM PST Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. Be 
  prepared for significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ037-038-010600-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0006.180301T0000Z-180302T1200Z/
Northeast Mountains-Okanogan Highlands-
Including the following locations Colville, Northport, Deer Park,
Chewelah, Newport, Kettle Falls, Springdale-Hunters Road, 
Orin-Rice Road, Flowery Trail Road, Republic, Inchelium, 
Wauconda, Chesaw Road, Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, 
Boulder Creek Road, and Sherman Pass
1226 PM PST Wed Feb 28 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 4 AM PST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 10
  inches, with mountain accumulations up to 22 inches, are
  expected. Snow will mix with rain by Thursday afternoon into
  early evening. 

* WHERE...Colville, Northport, Deer Park, Chewelah, Newport, 
  Kettle Falls, Springdale-Hunters Road, Orin-Rice Road, Flowery 
  Trail Road, Republic, Inchelium, Wauconda, Chesaw Road, 
  Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, Boulder Creek Road, and Sherman 
  Pass.

* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 4 AM PST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Thursday. Be prepared 
  for significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ044-010600-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0006.180301T0000Z-180301T1800Z/
Waterville Plateau-
Including the following locations Waterville, Mansfield, 
and Badger Mountain Road
1226 PM PST Wed Feb 28 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 10 AM PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5
  inches, with localized amounts up to 7 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Waterville, Mansfield, and Badger Mountain Road.

* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 10 AM PST Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. Be 
  prepared for significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ001-010600-
/O.EXT.KOTX.WW.Y.0016.180301T0600Z-180302T1200Z/
Northern Panhandle-
Including the following locations Sandpoint, Bonners Ferry, 
Priest River, Eastport, and Schweitzer Mountain Road
1226 PM PST Wed Feb 28 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING
TO 4 AM PST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 6 inches,
  with mountain accumulations up to 12 inches, are expected. Snow
  will mix with rain in the valleys Thursday afternoon and early
  evening. 

* WHERE...Sandpoint, Bonners Ferry, Priest River, Eastport, and 
  Schweitzer Mountain Road.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 4 AM PST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Thursday. Be prepared 
  for reduced visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ041-043-010600-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0016.180301T0000Z-180301T1800Z/
Wenatchee Area-Okanogan Valley-
Including the following locations Wenatchee, Chelan, Entiat, 
Cashmere, Omak, Okanogan, Brewster, Bridgeport, Oroville, 
Nespelem, and Disautel Pass
1226 PM PST Wed Feb 28 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS
AFTERNOON TO 10 AM PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches,
  with localized amounts up to 7 inches, are expected. Higher
  amounts will be found on the higher terrain above the river
  valleys. Snow will change to rain in the valleys by mid morning
  Thursday. 

* WHERE...Wenatchee, Chelan, Entiat, Cashmere, Omak, Okanogan, 
  Brewster, Bridgeport, Oroville, Nespelem, and Disautel Pass.

* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 10 AM PST Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. Be 
  prepared for reduced visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ002-WAZ036-010600-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0016.180301T0600Z-180301T1800Z/
Coeur d'Alene Area-Spokane Area-
Including the following locations Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, 
Hayden, Worley, Spokane, Cheney, Davenport, and Rockford
1226 PM PST Wed Feb 28 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS
EVENING TO 10 AM PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches,
  are expected. Local higher amounts are possible on the West
  Plains. Snow will change to rain by mid morning Thursday. 

* WHERE...Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, Hayden, Worley, Spokane, 
  Cheney, Davenport, and Rockford.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 10 AM PST Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Thursday. Be prepared 
  for reduced visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ031-010600-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0016.180301T0600Z-180302T1200Z/
Northeast Blue Mountains-
Including the following locations Peola, Mountain Road, 
and Cloverland Road
1226 PM PST Wed Feb 28 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS
EVENING TO 4 AM PST FRIDAY ABOVE 4000 FEET...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 4 inches
  below 4000 feet, with mountain accumulations 4 to 8 inches, are
  expected. Snow will change to rain at the lower elevations by
  Thursday afternoon and early evening. 

* WHERE...Peola, Mountain Road, and Cloverland Road.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 4 AM PST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Thursday. Be prepared 
  for reduced visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
031 
WWUS46 KOTX 010332
WSWOTX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
732 PM PST Wed Feb 28 2018

...Winter Storm to bring heavy mountain snow and moderate valley
accumulations tonight into Thursday...

.A slow moving low pressure system will bring several rounds of
heavy mountain snow through Thursday. Motorists with plans to 
travel over the Cascade Passes or over Sherman Pass in north 
central Washington will experience winter driving conditions. The 
valleys of the East Slopes of the Cascades, northeast Washington, 
and the north Idaho Panhandle will have the potential for wet and 
locally heavy snow accumulations, possibly mixed with some rain on
Thursday. Lowland snow accumulations will vary considerably with 
temperatures fluctuating around freezing and leading to a rain 
snow mix.

WAZ042-011230-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-180302T0600Z/
East Slopes Northern Cascades-
Including the following locations Mazama, Twisp, Winthrop, 
Stehekin, Conconully, Blewett Pass, and Loup Loup Pass
732 PM PST Wed Feb 28 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 6 to 10
  inches, with mountain accumulations up to 19 inches, are
  expected. Snow will mix with rain in the valleys by Thursday 
  afternoon. 

* WHERE...Mazama, Twisp, Winthrop, Stehekin, Conconully, Blewett 
  Pass, and Loup Loup Pass.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM PST Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. Be
  prepared for significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ037-038-011230-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-180302T1200Z/
Northeast Mountains-Okanogan Highlands-
Including the following locations Colville, Northport, Deer Park,
Chewelah, Newport, Kettle Falls, Springdale-Hunters Road, 
Orin-Rice Road, Flowery Trail Road, Republic, Inchelium, 
Wauconda, Chesaw Road, Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, 
Boulder Creek Road, and Sherman Pass
732 PM PST Wed Feb 28 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 10
  inches, except up to 3 inches below 1500 feet are expected.
  Mountain accumulations up to 22 inches, are expected. Snow will
  mix with rain in the valleys by Thursday afternoon.

* WHERE...Colville, Northport, Deer Park, Chewelah, Newport, 
  Kettle Falls, Springdale-Hunters Road, Orin-Rice Road, Flowery 
  Trail Road, Republic, Inchelium, Wauconda, Chesaw Road, 
  Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, Boulder Creek Road, and Sherman 
  Pass.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. Be 
  prepared for significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ044-011230-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-180301T1800Z/
Waterville Plateau-
Including the following locations Waterville, Mansfield, 
and Badger Mountain Road
732 PM PST Wed Feb 28 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 4 
  inches, with localized amounts up to 7 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Waterville, Mansfield, and Badger Mountain Road.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. Be 
  prepared for significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ041-043-011230-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-180301T1800Z/
Wenatchee Area-Okanogan Valley-
Including the following locations Nespelem and Disautel Pass
732 PM PST Wed Feb 28 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches,
  with localized amounts up to 8 inches, are expected. Higher
  amounts will be found on the higher terrain above the river
  valleys. Snow will change to rain in the valleys by mid morning
  Thursday.

* WHERE...Tonasket, Nespelem and Disautel Pass.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. Be 
  prepared for reduced visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ002-WAZ036-011230-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0016.180301T0600Z-180301T1800Z/
Coeur d'Alene Area-Spokane Area-
Including the following locations Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, 
Hayden, Worley, Spokane, Cheney, Davenport, and Rockford
732 PM PST Wed Feb 28 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches,
  are expected. Localized higher amounts of up to 4 inches are
  expected on the West Plains. Snow will change to rain by mid
  morning.

* WHERE...Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, Hayden, Worley, Spokane, 
  Cheney, Davenport, and Rockford.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Thursday. Be prepared 
  for reduced visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ001-011230-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0016.180301T0600Z-180302T1200Z/
Northern Panhandle-
Including the following locations Sandpoint, Bonners Ferry, 
Priest River, Eastport, and Schweitzer Mountain Road
732 PM PST Wed Feb 28 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches,
  with mountain accumulations up to 12 inches, are expected. Snow
  will mix with rain in the valleys Thursday afternoon and early 
  evening. 

* WHERE...Sandpoint, Bonners Ferry, Priest River, Eastport, and 
  Schweitzer Mountain Road.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Thursday. Be prepared 
  for reduced visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ031-011230-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0016.180301T0600Z-180302T1200Z/
Northeast Blue Mountains-
Including the following locations Peola, Mountain Road, 
and Cloverland Road
732 PM PST Wed Feb 28 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST
FRIDAY ABOVE 4000 FEET...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches
  below 4000 feet, with mountain accumulations 4 to 8 inches, are
  expected. Snow will change to rain at the lower elevations by
  Thursday afternoon and early evening. 

* WHERE...Peola, Mountain Road, and Cloverland Road.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute on Thursday. Be prepared 
  for reduced visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
248 
WWUS46 KOTX 011049
WSWOTX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
249 AM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...Winter Storm to bring heavy mountain snow and moderate valley
accumulations today and tonight...

.A slow moving low pressure system will bring heavy mountain snow
through today and this evening. Motorists with plans to travel 
over the Cascade Passes or over Sherman Pass in north central 
Washington will experience winter driving conditions. The valleys 
of the East Slopes of the Cascades, northeast Washington, and the 
north Idaho Panhandle will have the potential for wet and locally 
heavy snow accumulations this morning and again tonight. During 
this afternoon snow will possibly mix with rain and accumulate 
more slowly.

WAZ042-012100-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-180302T0600Z/
East Slopes Northern Cascades-
Including the following locations Mazama, Twisp, Winthrop, 
Stehekin, Conconully, Blewett Pass, and Loup Loup Pass
249 AM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 5
  inches, with additional mountain accumulations up to 10 inches,
  are expected.

* WHERE...Mazama, Twisp, Winthrop, Stehekin, Conconully, Blewett 
  Pass, and Loup Loup Pass.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. Be 
  prepared for significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ037-038-012100-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-180302T1200Z/
Northeast Mountains-Okanogan Highlands-
Including the following locations Colville, Northport, Deer Park,
Chewelah, Newport, Kettle Falls, Springdale-Hunters Road, 
Orin-Rice Road, Flowery Trail Road, Republic, Inchelium, 
Wauconda, Chesaw Road, Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, 
Boulder Creek Road, and Sherman Pass
249 AM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy mountain snow. Heavy mixed precipitation in the
  valleys. Additional valley snow accumulations of 4 to 6 inches,
  with additional mountain accumulations up to 15 inches are 
  expected

* WHERE...Colville, Northport, Deer Park, Chewelah, Newport, 
  Kettle Falls, Springdale-Hunters Road, Orin-Rice Road, Flowery 
  Trail Road, Republic, Inchelium, Wauconda, Chesaw Road, 
  Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, Boulder Creek Road, and Sherman 
  Pass.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. Be
  prepared for significant reductions in visibility at times.
  heavy wet valley snow may break tree branches and cause 
  scattered power outages.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning means significant amounts of snow, sleet
and ice will make travel very hazardous or impossible. The latest
road conditions for the state you are calling from can be
obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ044-011800-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-180301T1800Z/
Waterville Plateau-
Including the following locations Waterville, Mansfield, 
and Badger Mountain Road
249 AM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 
  inches are expected.

* WHERE...Waterville, Mansfield, and Badger Mountain Road.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST this morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. Be 
  prepared for significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ041-043-011800-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-180301T1800Z/
Wenatchee Area-Okanogan Valley-
Including the following locations Nespelem and Disautel Pass
249 AM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches, 
  with localized amounts up to 8 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Most accumulation will be on the higher terrain along 
  the Columbia and Okanogan Rivers. 

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST this morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. Be 
  prepared for reduced visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ002-WAZ036-011800-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-180301T1800Z/
Coeur d'Alene Area-Spokane Area-
Including the following locations Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, 
Hayden, Worley, Spokane, Cheney, Davenport, and Rockford
249 AM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Snow. Snow accumulations of 1 to 2 inches, with amounts
  up to 3 inches on the West Plains, are expected.

* WHERE...Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, Hayden, Worley, Spokane, 
  Cheney, Davenport, and Rockford.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST this morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. Be prepared for reduced 
  visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ001-012100-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-180302T1200Z/
Northern Panhandle-
Including the following locations Sandpoint, Bonners Ferry, 
Priest River, Eastport, and Schweitzer Mountain Road
249 AM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Mixed precipitation in the valleys. Heavy snow in the
  mountains. Snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches, with mountain
  accumulations up to 12 inches.

* WHERE...Sandpoint, Bonners Ferry, Priest River, Eastport, and 
  Schweitzer Mountain Road.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. Be prepared for reduced 
  visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory means that periods of snow, sleet or
freezing rain will cause travel difficulties. Be prepared for
slippery roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while
driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling
from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ031-012100-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-180302T1200Z/
Northeast Blue Mountains-
Including the following locations Peola, Mountain Road, 
and Cloverland Road
249 AM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST
FRIDAY ABOVE 4000 FEET...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches, 
  with mountain accumulations up to 6 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Peola, Mountain Road, and Cloverland Road.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. Be prepared for reduced 
  visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
934 
WWUS46 KOTX 011436
WSWOTX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
636 AM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...Winter Storm to bring heavy mountain snow and moderate valley
accumulations today and tonight...

.A slow moving low pressure system will bring heavy mountain snow
through today and this evening. Motorists with plans to travel
over the Cascade Passes or over Sherman Pass in north central
Washington will experience winter driving conditions. The valleys
of the East Slopes of the Cascades, northeast Washington, and the
north Idaho Panhandle will have the potential for wet and locally
heavy snow accumulations this morning and again tonight. During
this afternoon snow will possibly mix with rain and accumulate
more slowly.

IDZ002-WAZ036-011545-
/O.CAN.KOTX.WW.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-180301T1800Z/
Coeur d'Alene Area-Spokane Area-
636 AM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Snow will continue through 8 am and gradually mix with rain
afterward. Snow accumulations are expected to be only light and 
limited to the higher benches and hills around the area. 


$$

WAZ042-012245-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-180302T0600Z/
East Slopes Northern Cascades-
Including the following locations Mazama, Twisp, Winthrop, 
Stehekin, Conconully, Blewett Pass, and Loup Loup Pass
636 AM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 4 
  inches, with mountain accumulations up to 11 inches, are 
  expected.

* WHERE...Mazama, Twisp, Winthrop, Stehekin, Conconully, Blewett 
  Pass, and Loup Loup Pass.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. Be prepared for 
  significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ037-038-012245-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-180302T1200Z/
Northeast Mountains-Okanogan Highlands-
Including the following locations Colville, Northport, Deer Park,
Chewelah, Newport, Kettle Falls, Springdale-Hunters Road, 
Orin-Rice Road, Flowery Trail Road, Republic, Inchelium, 
Wauconda, Chesaw Road, Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, 
Boulder Creek Road, and Sherman Pass
636 AM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 4 to 7 
  inches, with mountain accumulations up to 15 inches, are 
  expected.

* WHERE...Colville, Northport, Deer Park, Chewelah, Newport, 
  Kettle Falls, Springdale-Hunters Road, Orin-Rice Road, Flowery 
  Trail Road, Republic, Inchelium, Wauconda, Chesaw Road, 
  Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, Boulder Creek Road, and Sherman 
  Pass.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. Be prepared for 
  significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ044-011800-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-180301T1800Z/
Waterville Plateau-
Including the following locations Waterville, Mansfield, 
and Badger Mountain Road
636 AM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4 
  inches are expected.

* WHERE...Waterville, Mansfield, and Badger Mountain Road.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST this morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. Be prepared for 
  significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ041-043-011800-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-180301T1800Z/
Wenatchee Area-Okanogan Valley-
Including the following locations Nespelem and Disautel Pass
636 AM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to 2 inches are
  expected on the higher terrain above the river bottoms.

* WHERE...Nespelem and Disautel Pass.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST this morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. Be prepared for reduced 
  visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ001-012245-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-180302T1200Z/
Northern Panhandle-
Including the following locations Sandpoint, Bonners Ferry, 
Priest River, Eastport, and Schweitzer Mountain Road
636 AM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST
FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches, 
  with mountain accumulations up to 11 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Sandpoint, Bonners Ferry, Priest River, Eastport, and 
  Schweitzer Mountain Road.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. Be prepared for reduced 
  visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ031-012245-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-180302T1200Z/
Northeast Blue Mountains-
Including the following locations Peola, Mountain Road, 
and Cloverland Road
636 AM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST
FRIDAY ABOVE 4000 FEET...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches 
  are expected.

* WHERE...Peola, Mountain Road, and Cloverland Road.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, 
  including during the morning commute. Be prepared for reduced 
  visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
542 
WWUS46 KOTX 011754
WSWOTX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
954 AM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...Winter Storm to bring heavy mountain snow and moderate valley
accumulations today and tonight...

.A slow moving low pressure system will bring heavy mountain snow
through today and this evening over northern Washington. 
Motorists with plans to travel over the Cascade Passes or over 
Sherman Pass in north central Washington will experience winter 
driving conditions. The Methow Valley, Okanogan Highlands, and 
locally over NE Washington will receive moderate to locally heavy 
snow accumulations. During this afternoon snow will possibly mix 
with rain and accumulate more slowly.

WAZ044-011900-
/O.EXP.KOTX.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-180301T1800Z/
Waterville Plateau-
Including the following locations Waterville, Mansfield, 
and Badger Mountain Road
954 AM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 10 AM PST THIS MORNING...

Additional rounds of mixed rain and snow is expected for the
remainder of today.

$$

IDZ001-011900-
/O.CAN.KOTX.WW.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-180302T1200Z/
Northern Panhandle-
954 AM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Little to no valley snow accumulation is expected through this
evening. Light valley snow accumulations of 1 to 2 inches is 
possible overnight into Friday morning.

$$

WAZ041-043-011900-
/O.EXP.KOTX.WW.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-180301T1800Z/
Wenatchee Area-Okanogan Valley-
Including the following locations Nespelem and Disautel Pass
954 AM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 10 AM PST THIS
MORNING...

Additional snow accumulations for today are expected to be light
and focused mainly over the Disautel Pass area.

$$

WAZ042-020200-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-180302T0600Z/
East Slopes Northern Cascades-
Including the following locations Mazama, Twisp, Winthrop, 
Conconully, and Loup Loup Pass
954 AM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3
  inches valleys and 4 to 7 inches mountains.

* WHERE...North of Lake Chelan including Mazama, Twisp, Winthrop,
  Conconully, and Loup Loup Pass.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. Be 
  prepared for significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ038-020200-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-180302T1200Z/
Okanogan Highlands-
Including the following locations Republic, Wauconda, 
Chesaw Road, Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, Boulder Creek Road, 
and Sherman Pass
954 AM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 4
  inches valleys and 5 to 9 inches mountains.

* WHERE...Republic, Inchelium, Wauconda, Chesaw Road, Highway 20 
  Wauconda Summit, Boulder Creek Road, and Sherman Pass.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. Be 
  prepared for significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ037-020200-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-180302T1200Z/
Northeast Mountains-
Including the following locations Springdale-Hunters Road, 
Orin-Rice Road, and Flowery Trail Road
954 AM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY
ABOVE 2500 FEET...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 6
  inches with locally up to 8 inches mountains. Up to 2 inches
  possible below 2500 feet overnight.

* WHERE...Springdale-Hunters Road, Orin- Rice Road, Flowery Trail
  Road.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. Be 
  prepared for significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ031-020200-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-180302T1200Z/
Northeast Blue Mountains-
Including the following locations Peola, Mountain Road, 
and Cloverland Road
954 AM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST
FRIDAY ABOVE 4000 FEET...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches 
  are expected.

* WHERE...Peola, Mountain Road, and Cloverland Road.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Be 
  prepared for reduced visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
173 
WWUS46 KOTX 012246
WSWOTX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
246 PM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...Winter Storm to bring heavy mountain snow and locally moderate
valley accumulations tonight...

.A slow moving low pressure system will bring continued heavy 
mountain snow through tonight over northern Washington. Motorists
with plans to travel over Loup Loup or Sherman Passes in north 
central Washington will experience winter driving conditions.
Light to moderate snow accumulations are also expected in some 
valleys including the Methow Valley and Republic areas. Another 
round of light to moderate snow is expected by Friday afternoon.

WAZ031-020000-
/O.CAN.KOTX.WW.Y.0016.000000T0000Z-180302T1200Z/
Northeast Blue Mountains-
246 PM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Another round of snow is expected tonight but amounts are expected
to be below advisory thresholds.

$$

WAZ042-020600-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-180302T0600Z/
East Slopes Northern Cascades-
Including the following locations Mazama, Twisp, Winthrop, 
Conconully, and Loup Loup Pass
246 PM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS
EVENING...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3
  inches, with mountain accumulations up to 6 inches, are 
  expected.

* WHERE...Mazama, Twisp, Winthrop, Conconully, and Loup Loup 
  Pass.

* WHEN...Until 10 PM PST this evening.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the evening commute. Be prepared for 
  significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ038-020700-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-180302T1200Z/
Okanogan Highlands-
Including the following locations Republic, Wauconda, 
Chesaw Road, Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, Boulder Creek Road, 
and Sherman Pass
246 PM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 5
  inches, with mountain accumulations 4 to 8 inches, are 
  expected.

* WHERE...Republic, Wauconda, Chesaw Road, Highway 20 Wauconda 
  Summit, Boulder Creek Road, and Sherman Pass.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the evening commute. Be prepared for 
  significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ037-020700-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-180302T1200Z/
Northeast Mountains-
Including the following locations Springdale-Hunters Road, 
Orin-Rice Road, and Flowery Trail Road
246 PM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY
ABOVE 2500 FEET...

* WHAT...Heavy mountain snow. Additional snow accumulations of 3
  to 6 inches mountains...up to 2 inches valleys.

* WHERE...Springdale-Hunters Road, Orin-Rice Road, and Flowery 
  Trail Road.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions, 
  including during the evening commute. Be prepared for 
  significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
676 
WWUS46 KOTX 020550
WSWOTX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
950 PM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...Winter Storm moving across northern Washington overnight...

.A slow moving low pressure system will bring continued moderate
to heavy mountain snow through the overnight hours over northern 
Washington. Motorists with plans to travel over Sherman Pass in 
north central Washington will experience winter driving 
conditions. Light to moderate snow accumulations are also expected
in some valleys including the Republic area. Another round of 
light to moderate snow is expected by Friday afternoon.

WAZ042-020700-
/O.EXP.KOTX.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-180302T0600Z/
East Slopes Northern Cascades-
Including the following locations Mazama, Twisp, Winthrop, 
Conconully, and Loup Loup Pass
950 PM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 10 PM PST THIS EVENING...

Snow has ended across the northern portion of the Cascade
mountains. Therefore the winter storm warning will expire at 10
PM. Another weather disturbance will move into the Cascades early
Friday morning and bring another round of snow throughout the
morning and early afternoon. 

$$

WAZ038-021200-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-180302T1200Z/
Okanogan Highlands-
Including the following locations Republic, Wauconda, 
Chesaw Road, Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, Boulder Creek Road, 
and Sherman Pass
950 PM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 2
  inches through the overnight hours, with mountain accumulations
  up to 3 inches, are expected.

* WHERE...Republic, Wauconda, Chesaw Road, Highway 20 Wauconda 
  Summit, Boulder Creek Road, and Sherman Pass.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. Be 
  prepared for significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ037-021200-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-180302T1200Z/
Northeast Mountains-
Including the following locations Springdale-Hunters Road, 
Orin-Rice Road, and Flowery Trail Road
950 PM PST Thu Mar 1 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY
ABOVE 2500 FEET...

* WHAT...Heavy mountain snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2
  to 4 inches mountains...1 to 2 inches valleys.

* WHERE...Springdale-Hunters Road, Orin-Rice Road, and Flowery 
  Trail Road.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. Be 
  prepared for significant reductions in visibility at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means severe winter weather
conditions will make travel very hazardous or impossible. If you
must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food and water in your
vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$
332 
WWUS46 KOTX 021048
WSWOTX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
248 AM PST Fri Mar 2 2018

...Slippery conditions for this morning's commute period...

.A burst of moderate intensity snow expected during the morning
commute period today will bring light accumulations of snow on
already frozen untreated road surfaces making for slippery 
driving conditions.

WAZ037-038-021200-
/O.CAN.KOTX.WS.W.0006.000000T0000Z-180302T1200Z/
Northeast Mountains-Okanogan Highlands-
248 AM PST Fri Mar 2 2018

...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Accumulating snow has ended. Another round of moderate snow is 
expected later this morning and into the afternoon, although
valley accumulations will be light and snow may mix with rain.

$$

IDZ002-WAZ036-021800-
/O.NEW.KOTX.WW.Y.0017.180302T1400Z-180302T1800Z/
Coeur d'Alene Area-Spokane Area-
Including the following locations Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, 
Hayden, Worley, Spokane, Cheney, Davenport, and Rockford
248 AM PST Fri Mar 2 2018

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 6 AM TO 10 AM PST THIS
MORNING...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of up to 2 inches
  are expected. The heaviest accumulations will occur on the 
  higher benches and hills. 

* WHERE...Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, Hayden, Worley, Spokane, 
  Cheney, Davenport, and Rockford.

* WHEN...From 6 AM to 10 AM PST this morning.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Wet road surfaces from last night may have
  frozen overnight, especially untreated secondary roads. Plan on
  slippery road conditions, including during the morning commute.
  Be prepared for reduced visibilities at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will
cause primarily travel difficulties. Be prepared for snow covered
roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving.
The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can
be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

&&

$$

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this winter storm warning went out, as it sent them, from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service text.

NWS Spokane, WA wrote its last area forecast discussion before this winter storm warning went out at Feb 28, 2:30 AM PST, 59 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Feb 28, 2:30 AM PST, 59 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion...CORRECTED
National Weather Service Spokane WA
230 AM PST Wed Feb 28 2018

.SYNOPSIS...
A big weather change is expected today into Friday which will
produce heavy snow accumulations over portions of north central
Washington with periods of rain and snow for the Panhandle and
eastern third of Washington. Snow showers expected through the
weekend.

&&

.DISCUSSION...
...Heavy mountain snow a near certainty tonight through
Thursday...
...Moderate to locally heavy valley snow expected as well...

Today through Thursday....Satellite indicates a strong and deep
Gulf of Alaska trough digging aggressively just off the British
Columbia coast...pushing a wave of moisture ahead of it
manifesting itself as a baroclinic leaf cloud moving into
Vancouver Isle this morning. Models are in pretty good agreement
with the overall field of motion. This trough will become a deep
closed low planting itself just off the northwest US coast by
tomorrow and gradually ejecting inland late this week. This sets
up a long run period of moist southerly flow into the forecast
area...with general deterioration beginning today over the western
zones and really getting going over the rest of the region
tonight. Strong moist isentropic ascent over a warm front coupled
with dynamic support under cyclonic divergence aloft will promote
an extended period of precipitation over the forecast area.

Precipitation type is easy for the mountains above 3000 feet or so...
snow...and a lot of it from the Cascades through the Okanogan
Highlands and the northeast mountains of Washington. The mountains
of north Idaho near the Canadian border will also get
clobbered...but the Central Panhandle Mountains look to benefit
from a reverse downslope regime of low and mid level winds
feeding into the offshore low pressure limiting snow amounts to
relatively moderate accumulations. These same easterly winds will
aggravate upslope flow into the Cascades.

The valleys of these mountain zones present a challenge. Some
deeper and more protected valleys such as the Methow and the
Sanpoil/Republic area will confidently start as snow and stay
snow through the event...while more southern valleys such as the
Wenatchee River valley will see some warmer air creep in as the
warm front slips northward with relatively minor accumulations at
Leavenworth with a better chance of heavy accumulations in the
upper valley. The Okanogan Valley...Colville...lake Roosevelt and
Pend O'rielle Valleys will have a different dynamic at
work...mainly the longer days and climatology will increase
daytime temps enough to limit accumulations or even allow a mix of
rain during the afternoon and early evening...while the pure snow
returns and accumulates during the overnight and early morning
hours. The north Idaho Valleys...particularly the Purcell Trench
will be on the edge of the heavy precipitation shield and also
subject to the diurnal fluctuation...with moderate accumulations
looking most likely.

The Columbia Basin is the next challenge. The lower elevations
from the L-C Valley to Wenatchee and Moses Lake should be
primarily rain during the day and a non-accumulating mix at night.
The higher terrain...the Highway 2 corridor...the Spokane/CDA area
and particularly the Waterville Plateau will be subject to
accumulating snow tonight and into Thursday morning. The
Waterville Plateau in the cold air dammed region will suffer the
heaviest amounts...while the Spokane and CDA area will receive
varying amounts highly dependent on elevations of a few hundred
feet difference.

This regime with the varying terrain mandates a patchwork of
complex winter weather highlights...which will replace the
existing Winter Storm Watch with the morning forecast issuance.
This is a very fluid situation fraught with uncertainties
particularly regarding precipitation type and snow amount
potential in the valley locations. A general rule of thumb for
this time of year is rain/snow or minor accumulating wet slushy snow
by day...and drier accumulating snow by night. /Fugazzi

Thursday night through Tuesday: A broad upper trough envelopes
the Pacific Northwest early this period, with unsettled weather,
before it starts to stretch and move through early next week
allowing for comparatively drier conditions. Temperatures will
remain below normal. Thursday night and Friday a robust shortwave
disturbance rounding the trough will provide modest precipitation
chances throughout the region. This will include a mixture of rain
and snow in the valley/basin areas and snow in the mountains,
some of which may be moderate. The robust shortwave exits Friday
night, but a deformation axis and weaker shortwave entangled in
the upper trough through the weekend will keep some precipitation
threat alive. Through Saturday night the best will retreat to the
mountains and amounts look relatively light. A slightly stronger
wave pivoting by Sunday will expand the threat again but amounts
look relatively light. Monday and Tuesday the broader trough exits
and ridge builds in as another trough approach the coast. Some
guidance does bring another shortwave by that could bring passing
precipitation chances outside of the mountains, but for the most
part the risk will retreat to the mountains where the
precipitation generally looks light too. /J. Cote'

&&

.AVIATION...
06Z TAFS: Snow showers will continue over the ID Panhandle
tonight into Wednesday morning. Snow showers will impact the KCOE
TAF site, but accumulations will mainly occur east over the higher
terrain. Expect MVFR cigs across the Spokane/Coeur d'Alene
corridor through Wednesday morning. A 990 mb surface low will drop
down off of the BC coast on Wednesday. A warm front will swing up
in the region with precip chances increasing in the afternoon.
Heaviest precip will be in the Okanogan Highlands to the lee
slopes of the Cascades. An easterly gradient will result in
downsloping off of the higher terrain of the ID Panhandle and
limit the precip that falls into KGEG, KSFF and KCOE. This
downsloping is expected to keep KPUW and KLWS dry with VFR
conditions. KMWH will see rain by late afternoon with a mix of
rain and snow and MVFR/IFR conditions at KEAT. /SVH

&&

.PRELIMINARY POINT TEMPS/POPS...
Spokane        38  32  38  31  39  23 /  20  90  90  70  50  20
Coeur d'Alene  39  31  39  30  39  21 /  30  60  70  60  60  20
Pullman        39  33  41  31  38  24 /  10  60  70  70  60  10
Lewiston       46  36  49  34  45  29 /  10  20  50  60  50  10
Colville       38  32  37  32  41  24 /  40 100 100  70  60  30
Sandpoint      37  30  38  31  39  23 /  40  70  80  70  60  30
Kellogg        36  29  39  29  37  22 /  30  40  40  60  60  20
Moses Lake     45  35  47  30  46  26 /  40 100  90  40  50  20
Wenatchee      42  32  43  31  44  27 /  50 100  90  40  60  30
Omak           39  32  38  29  41  26 /  50 100 100  60  60  30

&&

.OTX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
ID...Winter Weather Advisory from 4 PM this afternoon to 4 PM PST
     Thursday for Northern Panhandle.

     Winter Weather Advisory from 4 PM this afternoon to 10 AM PST
     Thursday for Coeur d'Alene Area.

WA...Winter Storm Warning from 10 AM this morning to 10 PM PST
     Thursday for East Slopes Northern Cascades.

     Winter Weather Advisory from 4 PM this afternoon to 10 AM PST
     Thursday for Okanogan Valley-Wenatchee Area.

     Winter Weather Advisory from 10 PM this evening to 10 AM
     PST Thursday for Spokane Area.

     Winter Storm Warning from 4 PM this afternoon to 4 AM PST Friday
     for Northeast Mountains-Okanogan Highlands.

     Winter Storm Warning from 4 PM this afternoon to 10 AM PST
     Thursday for Waterville Plateau.

     Winter Weather Advisory from 10 PM this evening to 4 AM PST
     Friday above 4000 feet for Northeast Blue Mountains.

&&
Hazardous weather outlook, Feb 27, 6:02 AM PST, 21 hours 27 minutes before
Hazardous Weather Outlook
National Weather Service Spokane WA
602 AM PST Tue Feb 27 2018

IDZ001-004-WAZ037-038-042-281415-
Northern Panhandle-Central Panhandle Mountains-
Northeast Mountains-Okanogan Highlands-
East Slopes Northern Cascades-
602 AM PST Tue Feb 27 2018

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of North Idaho...
North Central Washington and Northeast Washington.

.DAY ONE...TODAY AND TONIGHT

A weak storm system will bring light to moderate accumulations of
snow to the area today and tonight making travel slippery at
times.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...WEDNESDAY THROUGH MONDAY

A more powerful and persistent winter storm will arrive on
Wednesday and last through Thursday. This storm will probably
bring heavy snow accumulations to the mountains with moderate to
locally heavy valley accumulations.

Further weak to moderate storm systems have the potential to bring
light to moderate snow accumulations late this week and into the
weekend...with periods of slippery travel likely.

IDZ002-003-026-027-WAZ031>036-041-043-044-281415-
Coeur d'Alene Area-Idaho Palouse-Lewiston Area-
Lewis and Southern Nez Perce Counties-Northeast Blue Mountains-
Lower Garfield and Asotin Counties-Washington Palouse-
Moses Lake Area-Upper Columbia Basin-Spokane Area-Wenatchee Area-
Okanogan Valley-Waterville Plateau-
602 AM PST Tue Feb 27 2018

This Hazardous Weather Outlook is for portions of North Idaho...
North Central Idaho...Central Washington...East Central
Washington...North Central Washington...Northeast Washington and
Southeast Washington.

.DAY ONE...TODAY AND TONIGHT

Hazardous weather is not expected today.

.DAYS TWO THROUGH SEVEN...WEDNESDAY THROUGH MONDAY

A winter storm will arrive on Wednesday and last through
Thursday. This storm may bring moderate to locally heavy snow
accumulations to the higher terrain of the Columbia Basin.

Further weak to moderate storm systems have the potential to bring
light to moderate snow accumulations late this week and into the
weekend...with periods of slippery travel likely.

The office that day

Everything else NWS Spokane, WA issued on the same UTC day.

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Feb 28, 3:29 AM PSTWinter Weather AdvisoryOTXAsotin, Chelan, Douglas, Garfield, Lincoln, Okanogan and 1 more35 hr

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Sources

The product and its follow-ups from the Iowa Environmental Mesonet's archive of National Weather Service and Storm Prediction Center text; local storm reports from the same archive; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.