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Winter Storm Warning 7, NWS Medford, OR

March 8, 2021Siskiyou County, California

NWS Medford, OR issued this winter storm warning at Mar 8, 2021, 3:40 AM PST for Siskiyou County, California. It took effect at Mar 8, 2021, 4:00 PM PST. It was in force for 42 hr. 3 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
Mar 8, 2021, 3:40 AM PST (11:40 UTC)
In effect from
Mar 8, 2021, 4:00 PM PST
Expired
Mar 10, 2021, 10:00 AM PST
In force
42 hr
Issued by
NWS Medford, OR

County Siskiyou County, CA

What was reported inside it

TimeReportWhereRemark
Mar 10, 3:00 AM PSTHEAVY SNOW 8Mount Shasta, CA
Mar 10, 5:07 AM PSTHEAVY SNOW 162 Ssw Weed, CA
Mar 10, 7:30 AM PSTHEAVY SNOW 132 Ssw Weed, CAUPDATE/CORRECTION OF PREVIOUS REPORT. 12 TO 14 INCHES OF SNOW OVERNIGHT BETWEEN 2100 PST AND 0700 PST. RATES WELL OVER AN INCH AN HOUR. ELEVATION 3850 FEET.

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

The nearest sounding before it

Medford/Jackson, OR (KMFR), launched 00:00Z, 11.7 hours before the alert went out and 89 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, Medford/Jackson, OR at 00:00Z on 2021-03-08Temperature 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°10°20°30°40°
Temperature in red, dew point in green, the mixed-layer parcel dashed.
HodographHodograph, Medford/Jackson, OR at 00:00Z on 2021-03-08The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity -30 square meters per square second.1939587897117Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
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Mixed-layer LCL
1971 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
68 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
-30 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
86 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
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WWUS46 KMFR 081140
WSWMFR

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
340 AM PST Mon Mar 8 2021

CAZ082-083-090000-
/O.NEW.KMFR.WS.W.0007.210309T0000Z-210310T1800Z/
/O.EXT.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.210309T0000Z-210310T1800Z/
South Central Siskiyou County-
North Central and Southeast Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Dunsmuir, McCloud, Mount Shasta, 
and Pondosa
340 AM PST Mon Mar 8 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
10 AM PST WEDNESDAY ABOVE 4000 FEET...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON
TO 10 AM PST WEDNESDAY BELOW 4000 FEET...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning above 4000 feet, periods of
  moderate to heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 10
  to 20 inches. Winds could gust up to 35 mph. For the Winter 
  Weather Advisory below 4000 feet, snow expected. Total snow 
  accumulations of 5 to 10 inches.

* WHERE...For the Winter Storm Warning above 4000 feet, Highway 89
  at Snowmans Summit and also the Mount Shasta Ski Park road. For
  the Winter Weather Advisory below 4000 feet, Mount Shasta City,
  Dunsmuir, McCloud and areas south of Tenant. This includes
  Interstate 5 and the remainder of Highway 89 to Pondosa. 
 
* WHEN...From 4 PM this afternoon to 10 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Snow covered and slushy roads along with reduced
  visibility could cause difficult travel. Travel could be very
  difficult on roadways above 4000 feet. Worst conditions are
  likely tonight into Tuesday morning and then again Tuesday night
  into Wednesday morning. Since it is early March, expect some 
  melting of the snow during the late morning and afternoon 
  Tuesday, especially at elevations below 4000 feet.
  
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...During periods of heavier snow, snowfall
  rates could reach up to an inch per hour. 

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Travel is strongly discouraged because of dangerous conditions.

* If you must travel, keep tire chains, a flashlight, blankets, 
  food, water, medications, and a fully charged phone with you.

* The safest place during a winter storm is indoors.

* A Winter Storm Warning means that severe winter weather is
  imminent and poses a threat to life and property. Take 
  protective action now.

&&

$$

CAZ080-090000-
/O.EXA.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.210309T0000Z-210310T1200Z/
Western Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Callahan, Etna, Fort Jones, Greenview, 
Scott Bar, and Somes Bar
340 AM PST Mon Mar 8 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO
4 AM PST WEDNESDAY ABOVE 2000 FEET...

* WHAT...Snow expected above 2000 feet. For elevations down around
  2000 feet, total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. Snow
  amounts of 6 to 10 inches above 4000 feet.

* WHERE...Western Siskiyou County, including Sawyers Bar Road
  between Etna and Somes Bar, portions of Highway 96 west of
  Klamath River to near Happy Camp, and also portions of Highway 3
  south of Fort Jones, but especially at Scott Mountain Summit
  south of Callahan.

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

* IMPACTS...Snow covered and slushy roads along with reduced
  visibility could cause difficult travel. 

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination.

* Carry tire chains and be prepared for snow covered roads and 
  limited visibilities.

* See http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov for latest road conditions.

* A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow 
  will cause travel difficulties.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
8 follow-up statements
737 
WWUS46 KMFR 082227
WSWMFR

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
227 PM PST Mon Mar 8 2021

CAZ082-083-091130-
/O.CON.KMFR.WS.W.0007.210309T0000Z-210310T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.210309T0000Z-210310T1800Z/
South Central Siskiyou County-
North Central and Southeast Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Dunsmuir, McCloud, Mount Shasta, 
and Pondosa
227 PM PST Mon Mar 8 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST
WEDNESDAY ABOVE 4000 FEET...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST
WEDNESDAY BELOW 4000 FEET...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning above 4000 feet, periods 
  of moderate to heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 
  of 10 to 25 inches. Winds could gust up to 35 mph. For the 
  Winter Weather Advisory below 4000 feet, snow expected. Total 
  snow accumulations of 5 to 12 inches.

* WHERE...For the Winter Storm Warning above 4000 feet, Highway 
  89 at Snowmans Summit and also the Mount Shasta Ski Park road. 
  For the Winter Weather Advisory below 4000 feet, Mount Shasta 
  City, Dunsmuir, McCloud and areas south of Tenant. This 
  includes Interstate 5 and the remainder of Highway 89 to 
  Pondosa.

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

* IMPACTS...Snow covered and slushy roads along with reduced 
  visibility could cause difficult travel. Travel could be very 
  difficult on roadways above 4000 feet. Worst conditions are 
  likely tonight into Tuesday morning and then again Tuesday 
  night into Wednesday morning. Since it is early March, expect 
  some melting of the snow during the late morning and afternoon 
  Tuesday, especially at elevations below 4000 feet.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...During periods of heavier snow, snowfall 
  rates could reach up to an inch per hour.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Travel is strongly discouraged because of dangerous conditions.

* If you must travel, keep tire chains, a flashlight, blankets, 
  food, water, medications, and a fully charged phone with you.

* The safest place during a winter storm is indoors.

* A Winter Storm Warning means that severe winter weather is 
  imminent and poses a threat to life and property. Take 
  protective action now.

&&

$$

CAZ080-091130-
/O.CON.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.210309T0000Z-210310T1200Z/
Western Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Callahan, Etna, Fort Jones, Greenview, 
Scott Bar, and Somes Bar
227 PM PST Mon Mar 8 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST
WEDNESDAY ABOVE 2000 FEET...

* WHAT...Snow expected above 2000 feet. For elevations down 
  around 2000 feet, total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. 
  Snow amounts of 6 to 13 inches above 4000 feet.

* WHERE...Western Siskiyou County, including Sawyers Bar Road 
  between Etna and Somes Bar, portions of Highway 96 west of 
  Klamath River to near Happy Camp, and also portions of Highway 
  3 south of Fort Jones, but especially at Scott Mountain Summit 
  south of Callahan.

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

* IMPACTS...Snow covered and slushy roads along with reduced 
  visibility could cause difficult travel.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination.

* Carry tire chains and be prepared for snow covered roads and 
  limited visibilities.

* See http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov for latest road conditions.

* A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow 
  will cause travel difficulties.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
924 
WWUS46 KMFR 090522
WSWMFR

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
922 PM PST Mon Mar 8 2021

...Snow levels falling into the 1500 to 2000 foot range in
Josephine and Curry counties tonight into Tuesday morning...

.Showers and thunderstorms along and near the coast are expected
to continue to push inland as showers into the Coastal Mountains
and Josephine County tonight into Tuesday morning as snow levels 
fall into the 1500 to 2000 foot range. In addition to existing 
winter weather headlines in Siskiyou County, some light snow 
accumulations are possible along Highway 199 at Hayes Hill and in 
Canyon Mountain and Sexton Summit areas along Interstate 5.

CAZ082-083-091800-
/O.CON.KMFR.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-210310T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-210310T1800Z/
South Central Siskiyou County-
North Central and Southeast Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Dunsmuir, McCloud, Mount Shasta, 
and Pondosa
922 PM PST Mon Mar 8 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST
WEDNESDAY ABOVE 4000 FEET...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST
WEDNESDAY BELOW 4000 FEET...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning above 4000 feet, periods 
  of moderate to heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 
  of 10 to 25 inches. Winds could gust up to 35 mph. For the 
  Winter Weather Advisory below 4000 feet, snow expected. Total 
  snow accumulations of 5 to 12 inches.

* WHERE...For the Winter Storm Warning above 4000 feet, Highway 
  89 at Snowmans Summit and also the Mount Shasta Ski Park road. 
  For the Winter Weather Advisory below 4000 feet, Mount Shasta 
  City, Dunsmuir, McCloud and areas south of Tenant. This 
  includes Interstate 5 and the remainder of Highway 89 to 
  Pondosa.

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

* IMPACTS...Snow covered and slushy roads along with reduced 
  visibility could cause difficult travel. Travel could be very 
  difficult on roadways above 4000 feet. Worst conditions are 
  likely tonight into Tuesday morning and then again Tuesday 
  night into Wednesday morning. Since it is early March, expect 
  some melting of the snow during the late morning and afternoon 
  Tuesday, especially at elevations below 4000 feet.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...During periods of heavier snow, snowfall 
  rates could reach up to an inch per hour.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Travel is strongly discouraged because of dangerous conditions.

* If you must travel, keep tire chains, a flashlight, blankets, 
  food, water, medications, and a fully charged phone with you.

* The safest place during a winter storm is indoors.

* A Winter Storm Warning means that severe winter weather is 
  imminent and poses a threat to life and property. Take 
  protective action now.

&&

$$

ORZ024-091800-
/O.EXB.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.210309T0600Z-210309T1800Z/
Eastern Curry County and Josephine County-
922 PM PST Mon Mar 8 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST TUESDAY
MAINLY ABOVE 2000 FEET...

* WHAT...Wet snow expected mainly above 2000 feet, but also at
  Hayes Hill and Sexton Summit. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 3
  inches expected above 1500 feet to below 2500 foot elevations. 
  3 to as much as 8 inches of new snow is expected above 2500 
  feet, especially in the Kalmiopsis Wilderness and in the Curry 
  County Coastal Mountains.
 
* WHERE...Eastern Curry County and Josephine County including the
  Canyon Mountain and Sexton passes on Interstate 5, as well as at
  Hayes Hill on Highway 199. 

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Snow covered and slushy roads along with reduced
  visibility could cause difficult travel, at times. Be prepared
  for the possibility of wintry travel if traveling in the above
  mentioned areas late tonight into Tuesday morning. Road
  temperatures are expected to warm and road impacts are likely to
  diminish as it gets later Tuesday morning due to the higher sun
  angle this time of the year.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...During periods of heavier snow, snowfall
  rates could reach up to a half an inch per hour.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination.

* Carry tire chains and be prepared for snow covered roads and 
  limited visibilities.

* See https://www.tripcheck.com for latest road conditions.

* A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow 
  will cause travel difficulties.

&&

$$

CAZ080-091800-
/O.CON.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-210310T1200Z/
Western Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Callahan, Etna, Fort Jones, Greenview, 
Scott Bar, and Somes Bar
922 PM PST Mon Mar 8 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST
WEDNESDAY ABOVE 2000 FEET...

* WHAT...Snow expected above 2000 feet. For elevations down 
  around 2000 feet, total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. 
  Snow amounts of 6 to 13 inches above 4000 feet.

* WHERE...Western Siskiyou County, including Sawyers Bar Road 
  between Etna and Somes Bar, portions of Highway 96 west of 
  Klamath River to near Happy Camp, and also portions of Highway 
  3 south of Fort Jones, but especially at Scott Mountain Summit 
  south of Callahan.

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

* IMPACTS...Snow covered and slushy roads along with reduced 
  visibility could cause difficult travel.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination.

* Carry tire chains and be prepared for snow covered roads and 
  limited visibilities.

* See http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov for latest road conditions.

* A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow 
  will cause travel difficulties.

&&

$$
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Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
379 
WWUS46 KMFR 090816
WSWMFR

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
1216 AM PST Tue Mar 9 2021

...Snow levels falling into the 1500 to 2000 foot range in
Josephine, Curry, and Southwestern Douglas counties into Tuesday 
morning...

.Showers and thunderstorms along and near the coast are expected
to continue to push inland as showers into the Coastal Mountains
and Josephine County into Tuesday morning as snow levels fall 
into the 1500 to 2000 foot range. In addition to existing winter 
weather headlines in Siskiyou County, some light snow 
accumulations are possible along Highway 42 at Camas Mountain, 
Highway 199 at Hayes Hill and in Canyon Mountain and Sexton Summit
areas along Interstate 5.

CAZ082-083-091815-
/O.CON.KMFR.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-210310T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-210310T1800Z/
South Central Siskiyou County-
North Central and Southeast Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Dunsmuir, McCloud, Mount Shasta, 
and Pondosa
1216 AM PST Tue Mar 9 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST
WEDNESDAY ABOVE 4000 FEET...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST
WEDNESDAY BELOW 4000 FEET...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning above 4000 feet, periods 
  of moderate to heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 
  of 10 to 25 inches. Winds could gust up to 35 mph. For the 
  Winter Weather Advisory below 4000 feet, snow expected. Total 
  snow accumulations of 5 to 12 inches.

* WHERE...For the Winter Storm Warning above 4000 feet, Highway 
  89 at Snowmans Summit and also the Mount Shasta Ski Park road. 
  For the Winter Weather Advisory below 4000 feet, Mount Shasta 
  City, Dunsmuir, McCloud and areas south of Tenant. This 
  includes Interstate 5 and the remainder of Highway 89 to 
  Pondosa.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Snow covered and slushy roads along with reduced 
  visibility could cause difficult travel. Travel could be very 
  difficult on roadways above 4000 feet. Worst conditions are 
  likely tonight into Tuesday morning and then again Tuesday 
  night into Wednesday morning. Since it is early March, expect 
  some melting of the snow during the late morning and afternoon 
  Tuesday, especially at elevations below 4000 feet.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...During periods of heavier snow, snowfall 
  rates could reach up to an inch per hour.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Travel is strongly discouraged because of dangerous conditions.

* If you must travel, keep tire chains, a flashlight, blankets, 
  food, water, medications, and a fully charged phone with you.

* The safest place during a winter storm is indoors.

* A Winter Storm Warning means that severe winter weather is 
  imminent and poses a threat to life and property. Take 
  protective action now.

&&

$$

ORZ023-091500-
/O.EXB.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-210309T1500Z/
Central Douglas County-
1216 AM PST Tue Mar 9 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM PST THIS MORNING
ABOVE 1500 FEET...

* WHAT...Wet snow above 1500 feet. Snow accumulations of up to 
  two inches.

* WHERE...Central Douglas County including Highway 42 at Camas
  Mountain.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM PST this morning.

* IMPACTS...Snow covered and slushy roads along with reduced
  visibility could cause difficult travel. 

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Some snow is also possible at Canyon
  Mountain Pass on Interstate 5 but precipitation will be lighter
  and impacts are not expected to be signficant.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination.

* Carry tire chains and be prepared for snow covered roads and 
  limited visibilities.

* See https://www.tripcheck.com for latest road conditions.

* A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow 
  will cause travel difficulties.

&&

$$

CAZ080-091815-
/O.CON.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-210310T1200Z/
Western Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Callahan, Etna, Fort Jones, Greenview, 
Scott Bar, and Somes Bar
1216 AM PST Tue Mar 9 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST
WEDNESDAY ABOVE 2000 FEET...

* WHAT...Snow expected above 2000 feet. For elevations down 
  around 2000 feet, total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. 
  Snow amounts of 6 to 13 inches above 4000 feet.

* WHERE...Western Siskiyou County, including Sawyers Bar Road 
  between Etna and Somes Bar, portions of Highway 96 west of 
  Klamath River to near Happy Camp, and also portions of Highway 
  3 south of Fort Jones, but especially at Scott Mountain Summit 
  south of Callahan.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Snow covered and slushy roads along with reduced 
  visibility could cause difficult travel.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination.

* Carry tire chains and be prepared for snow covered roads and 
  limited visibilities.

* See http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov for latest road conditions.

* A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow 
  will cause travel difficulties.

&&

$$

ORZ024-091800-
/O.CON.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-210309T1800Z/
Eastern Curry County and Josephine County-
1216 AM PST Tue Mar 9 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST THIS
MORNING ABOVE 2000 FEET...

* WHAT...Wet snow expected mainly above 2000 feet, but also at 
  Hayes Hill and Sexton Summit. Total snow accumulations of 1 to 
  3 inches expected above 1500 feet to below 2500 foot 
  elevations. 3 to as much as 8 inches of new snow is expected 
  above 2500 feet, especially in the Kalmiopsis Wilderness and 
  in the Curry County Coastal Mountains.

* WHERE...Eastern Curry County and Josephine County including 
  the Canyon Mountain and Sexton passes on Interstate 5, as well 
  as at Hayes Hill on Highway 199.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Tuesday.

* IMPACTS...Snow covered and slushy roads along with reduced 
  visibility could cause difficult travel, at times. Be prepared 
  for the possibility of wintry travel if traveling in the above 
  mentioned areas late tonight into Tuesday morning. Road 
  temperatures are expected to warm and road impacts are likely 
  to diminish as it gets later Tuesday morning due to the higher 
  sun angle this time of the year.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...During periods of heavier snow, snowfall 
  rates could reach up to a half an inch per hour.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination.

* Carry tire chains and be prepared for snow covered roads and 
  limited visibilities.

* See https://www.tripcheck.com for latest road conditions.

* A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow 
  will cause travel difficulties.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
499 
WWUS46 KMFR 091500
WSWMFR

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
700 AM PST Tue Mar 9 2021

ORZ023-091600-
/O.EXP.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-210309T1500Z/
Central Douglas County-
700 AM PST Tue Mar 9 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 7 AM PST THIS MORNING
ABOVE 1500 FEET...

Some snow showers are expected this morning but will mix with rain
with slight warming.

$$

CAZ082-083-092300-
/O.CON.KMFR.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-210310T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-210310T1800Z/
South Central Siskiyou County-
North Central and Southeast Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Dunsmuir, McCloud, Mount Shasta, 
and Pondosa
700 AM PST Tue Mar 9 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST
WEDNESDAY ABOVE 4000 FEET...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST
WEDNESDAY BELOW 4000 FEET...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning above 4000 feet, periods 
  of moderate to heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 
  of 10 to 25 inches. Winds could gust up to 35 mph. For the 
  Winter Weather Advisory below 4000 feet, snow expected. Total 
  snow accumulations of 5 to 12 inches.

* WHERE...For the Winter Storm Warning above 4000 feet, Highway 
  89 at Snowmans Summit and also the Mount Shasta Ski Park road. 
  For the Winter Weather Advisory below 4000 feet, Mount Shasta 
  City, Dunsmuir, McCloud and areas south of Tenant. This 
  includes Interstate 5 and the remainder of Highway 89 to 
  Pondosa.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Snow covered and slushy roads along with reduced
  visibility could cause difficult travel. Travel could be very
  difficult on roadways above 4000 feet. Worst conditions are
  likely early this morning and then again tonight into Wednesday
  morning. Since it is early March, expect some melting of the
  snow during the late morning and afternoon, especially at 
  elevations below 4000 feet.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...During periods of heavier snow, snowfall 
  rates could reach up to an inch per hour.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Travel is strongly discouraged because of dangerous conditions.

* If you must travel, keep tire chains, a flashlight, blankets, 
  food, water, medications, and a fully charged phone with you.

* The safest place during a winter storm is indoors.

* A Winter Storm Warning means that severe winter weather is 
  imminent and poses a threat to life and property. Take 
  protective action now.

&&

$$

CAZ080-092300-
/O.CON.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-210310T1200Z/
Western Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Callahan, Etna, Fort Jones, Greenview, 
Scott Bar, and Somes Bar
700 AM PST Tue Mar 9 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST
WEDNESDAY ABOVE 2000 FEET...

* WHAT...Snow expected above 2000 feet. For elevations down 
  around 2000 feet, total snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. 
  Snow amounts of 6 to 13 inches above 4000 feet.

* WHERE...Western Siskiyou County, including Sawyers Bar Road 
  between Etna and Somes Bar, portions of Highway 96 west of 
  Klamath River to near Happy Camp, and also portions of Highway 
  3 south of Fort Jones, but especially at Scott Mountain Summit 
  south of Callahan.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Snow covered and slushy roads along with reduced
  visibility could cause difficult travel. Worst conditions are
  likely early this morning and then again tonight into Wednesday
  morning. Since it is early March, expect some melting of the
  snow during the late morning and afternoon, especially at 
  elevations below 4000 feet. 

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination.

* Carry tire chains and be prepared for snow covered roads and 
  limited visibilities.

* See http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov for latest road conditions.

* A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow 
  will cause travel difficulties.

&&

$$

ORZ024-091800-
/O.CON.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-210309T1800Z/
Eastern Curry County and Josephine County-
700 AM PST Tue Mar 9 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST THIS
MORNING ABOVE 2000 FEET...

* WHAT...Wet snow expected mainly above 2000 feet, but also at
  Hayes Hill and Sexton Summit. An inch of accumulation is
  expected this morning. 3 to as much as 8 inches of new snow is 
  expected above 2500 feet, especially in the Kalmiopsis 
  Wilderness and in the Curry County Coastal Mountains.

* WHERE...Eastern Curry County and Josephine County including 
  the Canyon Mountain and Sexton passes on Interstate 5, as well 
  as at Hayes Hill on Highway 199.

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

* IMPACTS...Snow covered and slushy roads along with reduced
  visibility could cause difficult travel, at times. Be prepared
  for the possibility of wintry travel if traveling in the above
  mentioned areas this morning. Road temperatures are expected to
  warm and road impacts are likely to diminish as it gets later 
  this morning due to the higher sun angle this time of the year.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...During periods of heavier snow, snowfall 
  rates could reach up to a half an inch per hour.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination.

* Carry tire chains and be prepared for snow covered roads and 
  limited visibilities.

* See https://www.tripcheck.com for latest road conditions.

* A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow 
  will cause travel difficulties.

&&

$$

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671 
WWUS46 KMFR 091759
WSWMFR

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
959 AM PST Tue Mar 9 2021

ORZ024-091900-
/O.EXP.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-210309T1800Z/
Eastern Curry County and Josephine County-
959 AM PST Tue Mar 9 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 10 AM PST THIS MORNING
   ABOVE 2000 FEET...

Snow levels are rising above impact areas this afternoon, and
showers will diminish tonight.

$$

CAZ082-083-101200-
/O.CON.KMFR.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-210310T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-210310T1800Z/
South Central Siskiyou County-
North Central and Southeast Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Dunsmuir, McCloud, Mount Shasta, 
and Pondosa
959 AM PST Tue Mar 9 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST
   WEDNESDAY ABOVE 4000 FEET...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST
   WEDNESDAY BELOW 4000 FEET...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning above 4000 feet, periods of
  moderate to heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 10
  to 15 inches. Winds could gust up to 35 mph. For the Winter
  Weather Advisory below 4000 feet, snow expected. Total snow
  accumulations up to 6 inches.

* WHERE...For the Winter Storm Warning above 4000 feet, Highway 
  89 at Snowmans Summit and also the Mount Shasta Ski Park road. 
  For the Winter Weather Advisory below 4000 feet, Mount Shasta 
  City, Dunsmuir, McCloud and areas south of Tenant. This 
  includes Interstate 5 and the remainder of Highway 89 to 
  Pondosa.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Snow covered and slushy roads along with reduced
  visibility could cause difficult travel. Travel could be very
  difficult on roadways above 4000 feet. Worst conditions are
  likely tonight into Wednesday morning. Since it is early March,
  expect some melting of the snow during the late morning and 
  afternoon, especially at elevations below 4000 feet.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...During periods of heavier snow, snowfall 
  rates could reach up to an inch per hour.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Travel is strongly discouraged because of dangerous conditions.

* If you must travel, keep tire chains, a flashlight, blankets, 
  food, water, medications, and a fully charged phone with you.

* The safest place during a winter storm is indoors.

* A Winter Storm Warning means that severe winter weather is 
  imminent and poses a threat to life and property. Take 
  protective action now.

&&

$$

CAZ080-101200-
/O.CON.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-210310T1200Z/
Western Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Callahan, Etna, Fort Jones, Greenview, 
Scott Bar, and Somes Bar
959 AM PST Tue Mar 9 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST
   WEDNESDAY ABOVE 2000 FEET...

* WHAT...Snow expected above 2000 feet. For elevations down around
  2000 feet, additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches.
  Additional snow amounts up to 6 inches above 4000 feet.

* WHERE...Western Siskiyou County, including Sawyers Bar Road 
  between Etna and Somes Bar, portions of Highway 96 west of 
  Klamath River to near Happy Camp, and also portions of Highway 
  3 south of Fort Jones, but especially at Scott Mountain Summit 
  south of Callahan.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Snow covered and slushy roads along with reduced
  visibility could cause difficult travel. Worst conditions are
  likely tonight into Wednesday morning. Since it is early March,
  expect some melting of the snow during the late morning and 
  afternoon, especially at elevations below 4000 feet.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination.

* Carry tire chains and be prepared for snow covered roads and 
  limited visibilities.

* See http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov for latest road conditions.

* A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow 
  will cause travel difficulties.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
861 
WWUS46 KMFR 100414
WSWMFR

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
814 PM PST Tue Mar 9 2021

CAZ082-083-101200-
/O.CON.KMFR.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-210310T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-210310T1800Z/
South Central Siskiyou County-
North Central and Southeast Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Dunsmuir, McCloud, Mount Shasta, 
and Pondosa
814 PM PST Tue Mar 9 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST
WEDNESDAY ABOVE 4000 FEET...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST
WEDNESDAY BELOW 4000 FEET...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning above 4000 feet, periods of
  moderate to heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 6 to 
  10 inches. For the Winter Weather Advisory below 4000 feet, 
  snow expected. Additional snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches.

* WHERE...For the Winter Storm Warning above 4000 feet, Highway 
  89 at Snowmans Summit and also the Mount Shasta Ski Park road. 
  For the Winter Weather Advisory below 4000 feet, Mount Shasta 
  City, Dunsmuir, McCloud and areas south of Tenant. This 
  includes Interstate 5 and the remainder of Highway 89 to 
  Pondosa.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Snow covered and slushy roads along with reduced
  visibility could cause difficult travel. Travel could be very
  difficult on roadways above 4000 feet. Worst conditions are
  likely tonight into Wednesday morning. Melting on roadways
  should occur Wednesday afternoon.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour
  are possible between now and midnight with periods of snow
  continuing, but tapering off after midnight.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Travel is strongly discouraged because of dangerous conditions.

* If you must travel, keep tire chains, a flashlight, blankets, 
  food, water, medications, and a fully charged phone with you.

* The safest place during a winter storm is indoors.

* A Winter Storm Warning means that severe winter weather is
  occurring and poses a threat to life and property. Take 
  protective action now.

&&

$$

CAZ081-101200-
/O.EXA.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-210310T1800Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
814 PM PST Tue Mar 9 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches.

* WHERE...Central Siskiyou County, mainly from Gazelle southward
  to Weed.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination.

* Carry tire chains and be prepared for snow covered roads and 
  limited visibilities.

* See http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov for latest road conditions.

* A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow 
  will cause travel difficulties.

&&

$$

CAZ080-101200-
/O.CON.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-210310T1200Z/
Western Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Callahan, Etna, Fort Jones, Greenview, 
Scott Bar, and Somes Bar
814 PM PST Tue Mar 9 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST
WEDNESDAY ABOVE 2000 FEET...

* WHAT...Periods of snow above 2000 feet. Additional snow
  accumulations of 1 to 4 inches, highest in the mountains above
  4000 feet.

* WHERE...Western Siskiyou County, including Sawyers Bar Road 
  between Etna and Somes Bar, portions of Highway 96 west of 
  Klamath River to near Happy Camp, and also portions of Highway 
  3 south of Fort Jones, but especially at Scott Mountain Summit 
  south of Callahan.

* WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination.

* Carry tire chains and be prepared for snow covered roads and 
  limited visibilities.

* See http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov for latest road conditions.

* A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow 
  will cause travel difficulties.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
336 
WWUS46 KMFR 101155
WSWMFR

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
355 AM PST Wed Mar 10 2021

CAZ080-101300-
/O.EXP.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-210310T1200Z/
Western Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Callahan, Etna, Fort Jones, Greenview, 
Scott Bar, and Somes Bar
355 AM PST Wed Mar 10 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 4 AM PST EARLY THIS
MORNING ABOVE 2000 FEET...

Snowfall is diminishing this morning.

$$

CAZ082-083-101800-
/O.CON.KMFR.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-210310T1800Z/
/O.CON.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-210310T1800Z/
South Central Siskiyou County-
North Central and Southeast Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Dunsmuir, McCloud, Mount Shasta, 
and Pondosa
355 AM PST Wed Mar 10 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST THIS
MORNING ABOVE 4000 FEET...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST THIS
MORNING BELOW 4000 FEET...

* WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning above 4000 feet, periods of
  moderate to heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4
  inches. For the Winter Weather Advisory below 4000 feet, snow
  expected. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 2 inches.

* WHERE...For the Winter Storm Warning above 4000 feet, Highway 
  89 at Snowmans Summit and also the Mount Shasta Ski Park road. 
  For the Winter Weather Advisory below 4000 feet, Mount Shasta 
  City, Dunsmuir, McCloud and areas south of Tenant. This 
  includes Interstate 5 and the remainder of Highway 89 to 
  Pondosa.

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

* IMPACTS...Snow covered and slushy roads along with reduced
  visibility could cause difficult travel. Travel could be very
  difficult on roadways above 4000 feet. Worst conditions are
  likely early this morning with some improvement mid morning. 
  Melting on roadways should occur Wednesday afternoon.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Heaviest snowfall will be ending between 4
  and 6 AM PST this morning.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Travel is strongly discouraged because of dangerous conditions.

* If you must travel, keep tire chains, a flashlight, blankets, 
  food, water, medications, and a fully charged phone with you.

* The safest place during a winter storm is indoors.

* A Winter Storm Warning means that severe winter weather is 
  occurring and poses a threat to life and property. Take 
  protective action now.

&&

$$

CAZ081-101800-
/O.CON.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-210310T1800Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
355 AM PST Wed Mar 10 2021

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

* WHAT...Snow expected. Additional snow accumulations of around an
  inch.

* WHERE...Central Siskiyou County, mainly from Gazelle southward
  to Weed. This includes Interstate 5.

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

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the morning commute.

* View the hazard area in detail at 
  https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

* Slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination.

* Carry tire chains and be prepared for snow covered roads and 
  limited visibilities.

* See http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov for latest road conditions.

* A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow 
  will cause travel difficulties.

&&

$$

Visit us at https://www.weather.gov/Medford
384 
WWUS46 KMFR 101755
WSWMFR

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Medford OR
955 AM PST Wed Mar 10 2021

CAZ082-083-101900-
/O.EXP.KMFR.WS.W.0007.000000T0000Z-210310T1800Z/
/O.EXP.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-210310T1800Z/
South Central Siskiyou County-
North Central and Southeast Siskiyou County-
Including the cities of Dunsmuir, McCloud, Mount Shasta, 
and Pondosa
955 AM PST Wed Mar 10 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING WILL EXPIRE AT 10 AM PST THIS MORNING
   ABOVE 4000 FEET...
...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 10 AM PST THIS MORNING
   BELOW 4000 FEET...

The heavy snow has ended, but light snow showers will continue
into Wednesday night. 

$$

CAZ081-101900-
/O.EXP.KMFR.WW.Y.0023.000000T0000Z-210310T1800Z/
Central Siskiyou County-
Including the city of Weed
955 AM PST Wed Mar 10 2021

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

The heavy snow has ended, but light snow showers will continue
into Wednesday night. 

$$

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Sources

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