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Winter Storm Warning 10, NWS Spokane, WA

November 8, 2021Chelan County, Washington

NWS Spokane, WA issued this winter storm warning at Nov 8, 2021, 2:21 PM PST for Chelan County, Washington. It took effect at Nov 9, 2021, 1:00 AM PST. It was in force for 24 hr. No storm report in the archive falls inside the area while it was in force.

The area

The counties it named.

The facts

Issued
Nov 8, 2021, 2:21 PM PST (22:21 UTC)
In effect from
Nov 9, 2021, 1:00 AM PST
Expired
Nov 10, 2021, 1:00 AM PST
In force
24 hr
Issued by
NWS Spokane, WA

County Chelan County, WA

The radar

The Seattle radar (KATX), 144 km from the middle of the area, began a volume at 22:25 UTC, the scan nearest the moment this went out.

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The nearest sounding before it

Quillayute State, WA (KUIL), launched 12:00Z, 10.4 hours before the alert went out and 289 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, Quillayute State, WA at 12:00Z on 2021-11-08Temperature 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, Quillayute State, WA at 12:00Z on 2021-11-08The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity 248 square meters per square second.1939587897Sfc1 km3 km6 km9 kmRMLM
The wind turning with height, colored by layer: ground to 1 km, 1 to 3 km, 3 to 6 km, 6 to 10 km.
Mixed-layer CAPE
0 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
No buoyant parcel
Mixed-layer LCL
583 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
61 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
248 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
348 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
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Supercell composite
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The text

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379 
WWUS46 KOTX 082221
WSWOTX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
221 PM PST Mon Nov 8 2021

WAZ048-091300-
/O.UPG.KOTX.WW.Y.0029.211109T0600Z-211109T1800Z/
/O.NEW.KOTX.WS.W.0010.211109T0900Z-211110T0900Z/
Western Chelan County-
Including the cities of Holden Village, Stehekin, and Stevens
Pass
221 PM PST Mon Nov 8 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TUESDAY TO 1 AM PST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 8 and 
  14 inches. Winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Holden Village and Stevens Pass.

* WHEN...From 1 AM Tuesday to 1 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Roads will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel 
  could be very difficult to impossible.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Melting snow may occur over Stevens Pass as 
  temperatures warm in the afternoon on Tuesday, but then become 
  snow covered again as temperatures cool Tuesday night.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

WAZ038-091300-
/O.EXB.KOTX.WW.Y.0029.211109T1100Z-211109T1800Z/
Okanogan Highlands-
Including the cities of Wauconda, Boulder Creek Road, Chesaw
Road, Republic, Sherman Pass, Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, and
Inchelium
221 PM PST Mon Nov 8 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TO 10 AM PST 
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to two inches in 
  the valleys and 2 to 4 inches  in the mountains.

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

* WHEN...From 3 AM to 10 AM PST Tuesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while 
driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken 
on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be 
slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

&&

$$

WAZ047-091300-
/O.EXT.KOTX.WW.Y.0029.211109T0900Z-211109T1800Z/
Central Chelan County-
Including the cities of Plain and Leavenworth
221 PM PST Mon Nov 8 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 1 AM TO 10 AM PST 
TUESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches.

* WHERE...Plain and Leavenworth.

* WHEN...From 1 AM to 10 AM PST Tuesday.

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while 
driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken 
on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be 
slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

&&

$$

WAZ049-091300-
/O.EXT.KOTX.WW.Y.0029.211109T1100Z-211110T0900Z/
Western Okanogan County-
Including the cities of Winthrop, Methow, Twisp, Mazama,
Conconully, and Loup Loup Pass
221 PM PST Mon Nov 8 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT FROM 3 AM TUESDAY TO 1 AM 
PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 
  inches in the Methow Valley and Loup Loup Pass, and 5 to 10 inches 
  over Washington Pass.

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

* WHEN...From 3 AM Tuesday to 1 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Roads will likely become slick and hazardous. Travel 
  could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the 
  Tuesday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while 
driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken 
on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be 
slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

&&

$$

SVH
4 follow-up statements
826 
WWUS46 KOTX 091058
WSWOTX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
258 AM PST Tue Nov 9 2021

WAZ048-091900-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-211110T0900Z/
Western Chelan County-
Including the cities of Holden Village, Stehekin, and Stevens
Pass
258 AM PST Tue Nov 9 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Accumulations between 8 and 14 inches in the 
  mountains. Accumulations of 1 to 4 inches around Stehekin and 
  Holden Village. Mountain ridge winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Holden Village, Stehekin, and Stevens Pass.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions are expected today and tonight 
  over the mountain passes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Motorists should be prepared for snow over 
  Stevens Pass.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

WAZ047-091800-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0029.000000T0000Z-211109T1800Z/
Central Chelan County-
Including the cities of Plain and Leavenworth
258 AM PST Tue Nov 9 2021

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

* WHAT...Snow. Accumulations between 1 and 3 inches.

* WHERE...Plain, Lake Wenatchee and Leavenworth.

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

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will 
  likely become slick and hazardous. Plan on slippery road 
  conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday 
  morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while 
driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken 
on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be slick, 
increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

&&

$$

WAZ038-091800-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0029.211109T1100Z-211109T1800Z/
Okanogan Highlands-
Including the cities of Wauconda, Boulder Creek Road, Chesaw
Road, Republic, Sherman Pass, Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, and
Inchelium
258 AM PST Tue Nov 9 2021

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

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to 3 inches.

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

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

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will 
  likely become slick and hazardous. Winter driving conditions could 
  impact the Tuesday morning commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Motorists should be prepared for snow over 
  Sherman Pass.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while 
driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken 
on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be slick, 
increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

&&

$$

WAZ049-091900-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0029.211109T1100Z-211110T0900Z/
Western Okanogan County-
Including the cities of Winthrop, Methow, Twisp, Mazama,
Conconully, and Loup Loup Pass
258 AM PST Tue Nov 9 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM PST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 12 
  inches in the mountains. Morning snow accumulation of 1 to 3 
  inches in the Methow Valley.

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

* WHEN...Until 1 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions could impact the Tuesday 
  morning commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Motorists should be prepared for snow over 
  Washington Pass and Loup Loup Pass today and through tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while 
driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken 
on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be slick, 
increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

&&

$$

GKOCH
931 
WWUS46 KOTX 091212
WSWOTX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
412 AM PST Tue Nov 9 2021

WAZ048-091900-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-211110T0900Z/
Western Chelan County-
Including the cities of Holden Village, Stehekin, and Stevens
Pass
412 AM PST Tue Nov 9 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Accumulations between 8 and 14 inches in the 
  mountains. Accumulations of 1 to 4 inches around Stehekin and 
  Holden Village. Mountain ridge winds gusting as high as 35 mph.

* WHERE...Holden Village, Stehekin, and Stevens Pass.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions are expected today and tonight 
  over the mountain passes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Motorists should be prepared for snow over 
  Stevens Pass.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

WAZ038-091800-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0029.000000T0000Z-211109T1800Z/
Okanogan Highlands-
Including the cities of Wauconda, Boulder Creek Road, Chesaw
Road, Republic, Sherman Pass, Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, and
Inchelium
412 AM PST Tue Nov 9 2021

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

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to two inches in 
  the valleys and 2 to 4 inches  in the mountains.

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

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

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will 
  likely become slick and hazardous. Winter driving conditions could 
  impact the Tuesday morning commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Motorists should be prepared for snow over 
  Sherman Pass.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on 
stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be slick, 
increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

&&

$$

WAZ047-091800-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0029.000000T0000Z-211109T1800Z/
Central Chelan County-
Including the cities of Plain and Leavenworth
412 AM PST Tue Nov 9 2021

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

* WHAT...Snow. Accumulations up to 3 inches.

* WHERE...Plain and Leavenworth mainly elevations above 2000 feet.

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

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

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on 
stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be slick, 
increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

&&

$$

WAZ049-091900-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0029.000000T0000Z-211110T0900Z/
Western Okanogan County-
Including the cities of Winthrop, Methow, Twisp, Mazama,
Conconully, and Loup Loup Pass
412 AM PST Tue Nov 9 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM PST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 12 
  inches in the mountains. Morning snow accumulation of 1 to 3 
  inches in the Methow Valley.

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

* WHEN...Until 1 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions could impact the Tuesday 
  morning commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Motorists should be prepared for snow over 
  Washington Pass and Loup Loup Pass today and through tonight.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on 
stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be slick, 
increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

&&

$$

GKOCH
163 
WWUS46 KOTX 091747
WSWOTX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
947 AM PST Tue Nov 9 2021

WAZ038-047-091900-
/O.EXP.KOTX.WW.Y.0029.000000T0000Z-211109T1800Z/
Okanogan Highlands-Central Chelan County-
Including the cities of Wauconda, Plain, Leavenworth, Chesaw
Road, Republic, Boulder Creek Road, Sherman Pass, Highway
20 Wauconda Summit, and Inchelium
947 AM PST Tue Nov 9 2021

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

Snow has decreased in intensity and/or has changed over to rain. 
With no additional significant snow accumulations expected this 
winter weather advisory will be allowed to expire.

$$

WAZ048-100200-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-211110T0900Z/
Western Chelan County-
Including the cities of Holden Village, Stehekin, and Stevens
Pass
947 AM PST Tue Nov 9 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 5 and 8 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Holden Village, Stehekin, and Stevens Pass.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will 
  likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult 
  to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday 
  evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

WAZ049-100200-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0029.000000T0000Z-211110T0900Z/
Western Okanogan County-
Including the cities of Loup Loup Pass
947 AM PST Tue Nov 9 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM PST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 8 inches above 
  3000 feet.

* WHERE...Loup Loup Pass.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will 
  likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while 
driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken 
on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and 
slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

&&

$$

RP
768 
WWUS46 KOTX 092122
WSWOTX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
122 PM PST Tue Nov 9 2021

WAZ048-100900-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-211110T0900Z/
Western Chelan County-
Including the cities of Holden Village, Stehekin, and Stevens
Pass
122 PM PST Tue Nov 9 2021

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 5 and 8 
  inches mainly above 3000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Holden Village, Stehekin, and Stevens Pass.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will 
  likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult 
  to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday 
  evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

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.

&&

$$

WAZ049-100900-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0029.000000T0000Z-211110T0900Z/
Western Okanogan County-
Including the cities of Loup Loup Pass
122 PM PST Tue Nov 9 2021

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 1 AM PST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations between 5 and 8 inches 
  mainly above 3000 feet.

* WHERE...Loup Loup Pass.

* WHEN...Until 1 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will 
  likely become slick and hazardous. Travel could be very difficult. 
  The hazardous conditions could impact the Tuesday evening commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road 
conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by 
calling 5 1 1.

Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while 
driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken 
on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and 
slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury.

&&

$$

RP

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Nov 8, 6:20 AM PSTWinter Weather AdvisoryOTXChelan, Ferry, Okanogan43 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; the sounding from the Mesonet's radiosonde archive; radar from the NEXRAD Level II archive.