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Blizzard Warning 2, NWS Spokane, WA

November 18, 2024Chelan County, Washington

NWS Spokane, WA issued this blizzard warning at Nov 18, 2024, 2:32 PM PST for Chelan County, Washington. It took effect at Nov 19, 2024, 4:00 PM PST. It was in force for 17 hr. 13 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
Nov 18, 2024, 2:32 PM PST (22:32 UTC)
In effect from
Nov 19, 2024, 4:00 PM PST
Expired
Nov 20, 2024, 8:54 AM PST
In force
17 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 22:32 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
Nov 19, 11:20 PM PSTSNOW 54 S East Wenatchee, WA8 to 11 inches. Report via social media.
Nov 20, 2:45 AM PSTSNOW 6Plain, WA
Nov 20, 4:32 AM PSTSNOW 7.52 Ne Manson, WAReport via social media. Between 7 and 8 inches in the hills outside Manson.
Nov 20, 5:57 AM PSTSNOW 73 Wnw Chelan, WA
Nov 20, 5:59 AM PSTSNOW 75 Nne Leavenworth, WA
Nov 20, 6:54 AM PSTSNOW 11.52 Wsw Manson, WA
Nov 20, 7:00 AM PSTSNOW 81 Nnw Plain, WACocorahs station WA-CH-33 12.4 N Leavenworth.
Nov 20, 7:00 AM PSTSNOW 13.81 N Winton, WAStill snowing at time of report.
Nov 20, 8:15 AM PSTSNOW 124 Sse Manson, WAStill snowing at time of report.
Nov 20, 8:30 AM PSTSNOW 12Cashmere, WA1750 feet elevation. Facebook report.
Nov 20, 8:40 AM PSTSNOW 7.81 Nne Leavenworth, WAfacebook report.
Nov 20, 9:00 AM PSTSNOW 7Leavenworth, WATwitter/X Report.
Nov 20, 9:00 AM PSTSNOW 8.42 N Plain, WACO-OP Observer station PLNW1 2.0 N Plain.

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

The nearest sounding before it

Quillayute State, WA (KUIL), launched 12:00Z, 10.5 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 2024-11-18Temperature and dew point through the depth of the atmosphere, with the mixed-layer parcel. CAPE 130 joules per kilogram.LCLLFCEL10008507005003002001001 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 2024-11-18The wind through the lowest 10 kilometers. Zero to 1 km storm-relative helicity -12 square meters per square second.193958Sfc1 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
130 J/kg
Mixed-layer CIN
-68 J/kg
Mixed-layer LCL
680 m above ground
0-6 km bulk shear
29 kt
0-1 km storm-relative helicity
-12 m²/s²
0-3 km storm-relative helicity
5 m²/s²
Significant tornado parameter
0.0
Supercell composite
-0.1

Open this sounding in Storm Lab

The text

As transmitted.

998 
WWUS46 KOTX 182232
WSWOTX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
232 PM PST Mon Nov 18 2024

WAZ048-191145-
/O.CAN.KOTX.WS.W.0009.000000T0000Z-241119T0000Z/
/O.UPG.KOTX.WS.A.0010.241120T0000Z-241121T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KOTX.BZ.W.0002.241120T0000Z-241120T1800Z/
Western Chelan County-
Including the cities of Stevens Pass, Holden Village, and
Stehekin
232 PM PST Mon Nov 18 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM TUESDAY TO 10 AM PST 
WEDNESDAY...
...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected for elevations above 2500 
  feet. Total snow accumulations between 8 and 16 inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 50 mph for portions of US 2 from Nason Creek to 
  Stevens Pass.

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

* WHEN...From 4 PM Tuesday to 10 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and 
  blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. Strong winds could 
  cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour will 
  be possible at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. For the latest travel information in Washington, go to 
https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

WAZ041-044-047-191145-
/O.UPG.KOTX.WS.A.0010.241120T0000Z-241121T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KOTX.WS.W.0010.241120T0000Z-241120T1800Z/
Wenatchee Area-Waterville Plateau-Central Chelan County-
Including the cities of Pangborn Airport, Badger Mountain Road,
Chelan, Leavenworth, Cashmere, Mansfield, Number 2 Canyon, Plain,
Waterville, Number 1 Canyon, Entiat, and Wenatchee
232 PM PST Mon Nov 18 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM TUESDAY TO 10 AM PST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 
  12 inches. Winds could gust as high as 45 mph on the Waterville 
  Plateau.

* WHERE...Pangborn Airport, Badger Mountain Road, Chelan, 
  Leavenworth, Cashmere, Mansfield, Number 2 Canyon, Plain, 
  Waterville, Number 1 Canyon, Entiat, and Wenatchee.

* WHEN...From 4 PM Tuesday to 10 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Light snow will develop 
  during the  Tuesday evening and heavy snow will be possible by the 
  Wednesday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree 
  branches and create blowing snow over the Waterville Plateau.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel 
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

WAZ049-191145-
/O.UPG.KOTX.WS.A.0010.241120T0000Z-241121T0300Z/
/O.NEW.KOTX.WS.W.0010.241120T0000Z-241121T0000Z/
Western Okanogan County-
Including the cities of Conconully, Twisp, Winthrop, Methow,
Mazama, and Loup Loup Pass
232 PM PST Mon Nov 18 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM TUESDAY TO 4 PM PST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 7 to 
  12 inches in the valleys and 12 and 20 inches in the mountains. 
  Winds could gust as high as 50 mph on the ridgetops.

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

* WHEN...From 4 PM Tuesday to 4 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Blowing snow could 
  significantly reduce visibility in the mountains. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning 
  commutes. Strong winds could cause damage to trees and power lines.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour will 
  be possible at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel 
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

WAZ038-043-191145-
/O.UPG.KOTX.WS.A.0010.241120T0600Z-241121T0600Z/
/O.NEW.KOTX.WS.W.0010.241120T0600Z-241121T0000Z/
Okanogan Highlands-Okanogan Valley-
Including the cities of Brewster, Boulder Creek Road, Tonasket,
Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, Disautel Pass, Omak, Wauconda,
Nespelem, Okanogan, Sherman Pass, Republic, Bridgeport, Chesaw
Road, Oroville, and Inchelium
232 PM PST Mon Nov 18 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM TUESDAY TO 4 PM PST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches 
  in the valleys and 8 and 13 inches in the mountains.  Winds could 
  gust as high as 30 mph.

* WHERE...Brewster, Boulder Creek Road, Tonasket, Highway 20 
  Wauconda Summit, Disautel Pass, Omak, Wauconda, Nespelem, 
  Okanogan, Sherman Pass, Republic, Bridgeport, Chesaw Road, 
  Oroville, and Inchelium.

* WHEN...From 10 PM Tuesday to 4 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Winter driving 
  conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates of 1 inch per hour will be 
  possible at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel 
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

IDZ002-003-WAZ033-035-036-191145-
/O.NEW.KOTX.WW.Y.0030.241120T0600Z-241120T1800Z/
Coeur d'Alene Area-Idaho Palouse-Washington Palouse-Upper
Columbia Basin-Spokane Area-
Including the cities of Creston, Rockford, Worley, Potlatch,
Cheney, Post Falls, Davenport, Coeur d'Alene, Downtown Spokane,
Coulee City, Harrington, Genesee, Tekoa, La Crosse, Pullman,
Hayden, Uniontown, Odessa, Moscow, Oakesdale, Colfax, Wilbur,
Airway Heights, Grand Coulee, Fairfield, Spokane Valley,
Ritzville, Rosalia, and Plummer
232 PM PST Mon Nov 18 2024

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

* WHAT...Snow expected. For areas along and north of I-90, total 
  snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. For areas south of 
  I-90, total snow accumulations between 1 and 3 inches.

* WHERE...Creston, Rockford, Worley, Potlatch, Cheney, Post Falls, 
  Davenport, Coeur d'Alene, Downtown Spokane, Coulee City, 
  Harrington, Genesee, Tekoa, La Crosse, Pullman, Hayden, Uniontown, 
  Odessa, Moscow, Oakesdale, Colfax, Wilbur, Airway Heights, Grand 
  Coulee, Fairfield, Spokane Valley, Ritzville, Rosalia, and Plummer.

* WHEN...From 10 PM Tuesday to 10 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Winter driving 
  conditions could impact the Wednesday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. In Idaho, for the latest 
road information in Idaho, call 5 1 1. In Washington, for the latest 
travel information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

IDZ001-WAZ037-191145-
/O.NEW.KOTX.WW.Y.0030.241120T0800Z-241121T0600Z/
Northern Panhandle-Northeast Mountains-
Including the cities of Kettle Falls, Bonners Ferry, Schweitzer
Mountain Road, Northport, Colville, Flowery Trail Road, Athol,
Sandpoint, Ione, Metaline, Metaline Falls, Springdale-Hunters
Road, Priest River, Newport, Chewelah, Orin-Rice Road, Fruitland,
Deer Park, Clark Fork, Eastport, and Tiger
232 PM PST Mon Nov 18 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TUESDAY NIGHT TO 
10 PM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 6 
  inches in the valleys and 6 and 12 inches in the mountains.

* WHERE...Kettle Falls, Bonners Ferry, Schweitzer Mountain Road, 
  Northport, Colville, Flowery Trail Road, Athol, Sandpoint, Ione, 
  Metaline, Metaline Falls, Springdale-Hunters Road, Priest River, 
  Newport, Chewelah, Orin-Rice Road, Fruitland, Deer Park, Clark 
  Fork, Eastport, and Tiger.

* WHEN...From midnight Tuesday Night to 10 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. In Idaho, for the latest 
road information in Idaho, call 5 1 1. In Washington, for the latest 
travel information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

IDZ004-190200-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0029.000000T0000Z-241119T0200Z/
Central Panhandle Mountains-
Including the cities of Lookout Pass, Dobson Pass, and Mullan
232 PM PST Mon Nov 18 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 6 PM PST THIS 
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch.

* WHERE...Lookout Pass, Dobson Pass, and Mullan.

* WHEN...Until 6 PM PST this evening.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult over Lookout Pass. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road 
information in Idaho, call 5 1 1.

&&

$$

VMT
6 follow-up statements
938 
WWUS46 KOTX 190122
WSWOTX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
522 PM PST Mon Nov 18 2024

WAZ048-191430-
/O.CON.KOTX.BZ.W.0002.241120T0000Z-241120T1800Z/
Western Chelan County-
Including the cities of Stevens Pass, Holden Village, and
Stehekin
522 PM PST Mon Nov 18 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM TUESDAY TO 10 AM PST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected for elevations above 2500 
  feet. Total snow accumulations between 8 and 16 inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 50 mph for portions of US 2 from Nason Creek to 
  Stevens Pass.

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

* WHEN...From 4 PM Tuesday to 10 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and 
  blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. Strong winds could 
  cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour will 
  be possible at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. For the latest travel information in Washington, go to 
https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

WAZ041-044-047-191430-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0010.241120T0000Z-241120T1800Z/
Wenatchee Area-Waterville Plateau-Central Chelan County-
Including the cities of Badger Mountain Road, Mansfield, Entiat,
Number 1 Canyon, Pangborn Airport, Plain, Number 2 Canyon,
Waterville, Leavenworth, Cashmere, Wenatchee, and Chelan
522 PM PST Mon Nov 18 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM TUESDAY TO 10 AM 
PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 
  12 inches. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph on the Waterville 
  Plateau.

* WHERE...Badger Mountain Road, Mansfield, Entiat, Number 1 Canyon, 
  Pangborn Airport, Plain, Number 2 Canyon, Waterville, Leavenworth, 
  Cashmere, Wenatchee, and Chelan.

* WHEN...From 4 PM Tuesday to 10 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Light snow will develop 
  during the  Tuesday evening commute and heavy snow will be 
  possible by the Wednesday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring 
  down tree branches and result in blowing snow over the Waterville 
  Plateau.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel 
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

WAZ049-191430-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0010.241120T0000Z-241121T0000Z/
Western Okanogan County-
Including the cities of Loup Loup Pass, Twisp, Winthrop, Mazama,
Methow, and Conconully
522 PM PST Mon Nov 18 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM TUESDAY TO 4 PM 
PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 7 to 
  12 inches in the valleys and 12 and 20 inches in the mountains. 
  Winds could gust as high as 50 mph on the ridgetops.

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

* WHEN...From 4 PM Tuesday to 4 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Blowing snow could 
  significantly reduce visibility in the mountains. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning 
  commutes. Strong winds could cause damage to trees and power lines.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour will 
  be possible at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel 
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

WAZ038-043-191430-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0010.241120T0600Z-241121T0000Z/
Okanogan Highlands-Okanogan Valley-
Including the cities of Boulder Creek Road, Okanogan, Wauconda,
Bridgeport, Omak, Nespelem, Sherman Pass, Disautel Pass,
Inchelium, Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, Tonasket, Brewster,
Republic, Chesaw Road, and Oroville
522 PM PST Mon Nov 18 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM TUESDAY TO 4 PM 
PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches 
  in the valleys and 8 and 13 inches in the mountains.  Winds could 
  gust as high as 30 mph.

* WHERE...Boulder Creek Road, Okanogan, Wauconda, Bridgeport, Omak, 
  Nespelem, Sherman Pass, Disautel Pass, Inchelium, Highway 20 
  Wauconda Summit, Tonasket, Brewster, Republic, Chesaw Road, and 
  Oroville.

* WHEN...From 10 PM Tuesday to 4 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Winter driving 
  conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates of 1 inch per hour will be 
  possible at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel 
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

IDZ004-190600-
/O.EXT.KOTX.WW.Y.0029.000000T0000Z-241119T0600Z/
Central Panhandle Mountains-
Including the cities of Lookout Pass, Dobson Pass, and Mullan
522 PM PST Mon Nov 18 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS 
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch.

* WHERE...Lookout Pass, Dobson Pass, and Mullan.

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

* IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult over Lookout Pass. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road 
information in Idaho, call 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ002-003-WAZ033-035-036-191430-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0030.241120T0600Z-241120T1800Z/
Coeur d'Alene Area-Idaho Palouse-Washington Palouse-Upper
Columbia Basin-Spokane Area-
Including the cities of Downtown Spokane, Fairfield, Plummer,
Worley, Coeur d'Alene, Oakesdale, Rosalia, Creston, Colfax,
Uniontown, Spokane Valley, Post Falls, Pullman, Coulee City,
Wilbur, Tekoa, Ritzville, Grand Coulee, Hayden, Cheney, Moscow,
Harrington, Airway Heights, Rockford, Odessa, La Crosse, Genesee,
Davenport, and Potlatch
522 PM PST Mon Nov 18 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM TUESDAY TO 
10 AM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. For areas along and north of I-90, total 
  snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. For areas south of 
  I-90, total snow accumulations between 1 and 3 inches.

* WHERE...Downtown Spokane, Fairfield, Plummer, Worley, Coeur 
  d'Alene, Oakesdale, Rosalia, Creston, Colfax, Uniontown, Spokane 
  Valley, Post Falls, Pullman, Coulee City, Wilbur, Tekoa, 
  Ritzville, Grand Coulee, Hayden, Cheney, Moscow, Harrington, 
  Airway Heights, Rockford, Odessa, La Crosse, Genesee, Davenport, 
  and Potlatch.

* WHEN...From 10 PM Tuesday to 10 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Winter driving 
  conditions could impact the Wednesday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. In Idaho, for the latest 
road information in Idaho, call 5 1 1. In Washington, for the latest 
travel information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

IDZ001-WAZ037-191430-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0030.241120T0800Z-241121T0600Z/
Northern Panhandle-Northeast Mountains-
Including the cities of Orin-Rice Road, Flowery Trail Road,
Colville, Tiger, Deer Park, Bonners Ferry, Chewelah,
Springdale-Hunters Road, Eastport, Clark Fork, Priest River,
Schweitzer Mountain Road, Metaline Falls, Metaline, Newport,
Fruitland, Kettle Falls, Sandpoint, Ione, Athol, and Northport
522 PM PST Mon Nov 18 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TUESDAY 
NIGHT TO 10 PM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 6 
  inches in the valleys and 6 and 12 inches in the mountains.

* WHERE...Orin-Rice Road, Flowery Trail Road, Colville, Tiger, Deer 
  Park, Bonners Ferry, Chewelah, Springdale-Hunters Road, Eastport, 
  Clark Fork, Priest River, Schweitzer Mountain Road, Metaline 
  Falls, Metaline, Newport, Fruitland, Kettle Falls, Sandpoint, 
  Ione, Athol, and Northport.

* WHEN...From midnight Tuesday Night to 10 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. In Idaho, for the latest 
road information in Idaho, call 5 1 1. In Washington, for the latest 
travel information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

SVH
182 
WWUS46 KOTX 190545
WSWOTX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
945 PM PST Mon Nov 18 2024

IDZ004-190645-
/O.EXP.KOTX.WW.Y.0029.000000T0000Z-241119T0600Z/
Central Panhandle Mountains-
Including the cities of Dobson Pass, Lookout Pass, and Mullan
945 PM PST Mon Nov 18 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY WILL EXPIRE AT 10 PM PST THIS EVENING...

Snow has decreased substantially in intensity, therefore the winter 
weather advisory has been allowed to expire.

$$

WAZ048-191900-
/O.CON.KOTX.BZ.W.0002.241120T0000Z-241120T1800Z/
Western Chelan County-
Including the cities of Stehekin, Holden Village, and Stevens
Pass
945 PM PST Mon Nov 18 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM TUESDAY TO 10 AM PST 
WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected for elevations above 2500 
  feet. Total snow accumulations between 8 and 16 inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 50 mph for portions of US 2 from Nason Creek to 
  Stevens Pass.

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

* WHEN...From 4 PM Tuesday to 10 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and 
  blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. Strong winds could 
  cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour will 
  be possible at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. For the latest travel information in Washington, go to 
https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

WAZ041-044-047-191900-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0010.241120T0000Z-241120T1800Z/
Wenatchee Area-Waterville Plateau-Central Chelan County-
Including the cities of Badger Mountain Road, Wenatchee,
Waterville, Entiat, Leavenworth, Chelan, Number 2 Canyon, Number
1 Canyon, Plain, Mansfield, Pangborn Airport, and Cashmere
945 PM PST Mon Nov 18 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM TUESDAY TO 10 AM 
PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 
  12 inches. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph on the Waterville 
  Plateau.

* WHERE...Badger Mountain Road, Wenatchee, Waterville, Entiat, 
  Leavenworth, Chelan, Number 2 Canyon, Number 1 Canyon, Plain, 
  Mansfield, Pangborn Airport, and Cashmere.

* WHEN...From 4 PM Tuesday to 10 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Light snow will develop 
  during the  Tuesday evening commute and heavy snow will be 
  possible by the Wednesday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring 
  down tree branches and result in blowing snow over the Waterville 
  Plateau.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel 
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

WAZ049-191900-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0010.241120T0000Z-241121T0000Z/
Western Okanogan County-
Including the cities of Mazama, Methow, Loup Loup Pass,
Conconully, Twisp, and Winthrop
945 PM PST Mon Nov 18 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM TUESDAY TO 4 PM 
PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 7 to 
  12 inches in the valleys and 12 and 20 inches in the mountains. 
  Winds could gust as high as 50 mph on the ridgetops.

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

* WHEN...From 4 PM Tuesday to 4 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Blowing snow could 
  significantly reduce visibility in the mountains. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning 
  commutes. Strong winds could cause damage to trees and power lines.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour will 
  be possible at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel 
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

WAZ038-043-191900-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0010.241120T0600Z-241121T0000Z/
Okanogan Highlands-Okanogan Valley-
Including the cities of Republic, Oroville, Omak, Disautel Pass,
Wauconda, Bridgeport, Sherman Pass, Chesaw Road, Nespelem,
Boulder Creek Road, Okanogan, Tonasket, Brewster, Inchelium, and
Highway 20 Wauconda Summit
945 PM PST Mon Nov 18 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM TUESDAY TO 4 PM 
PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches 
  in the valleys and 8 and 13 inches in the mountains.  Winds could 
  gust as high as 30 mph.

* WHERE...Republic, Oroville, Omak, Disautel Pass, Wauconda, 
  Bridgeport, Sherman Pass, Chesaw Road, Nespelem, Boulder Creek 
  Road, Okanogan, Tonasket, Brewster, Inchelium, and Highway 20 
  Wauconda Summit.

* WHEN...From 10 PM Tuesday to 4 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Winter driving 
  conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates of 1 inch per hour will be 
  possible at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel 
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

IDZ002-003-WAZ033-035-036-191900-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0030.241120T0600Z-241120T1800Z/
Coeur d'Alene Area-Idaho Palouse-Washington Palouse-Upper
Columbia Basin-Spokane Area-
Including the cities of Cheney, Davenport, Tekoa, Grand Coulee,
Moscow, Harrington, Oakesdale, Wilbur, Odessa, Post Falls, Coeur
d'Alene, Creston, Airway Heights, Pullman, Coulee City, Hayden,
Ritzville, Downtown Spokane, Spokane Valley, Colfax, La Crosse,
Potlatch, Worley, Fairfield, Rosalia, Uniontown, Rockford,
Plummer, and Genesee
945 PM PST Mon Nov 18 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM TUESDAY TO 
10 AM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. For areas along and north of I-90, total 
  snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. For areas south of 
  I-90, total snow accumulations between 1 and 3 inches.

* WHERE...Cheney, Davenport, Tekoa, Grand Coulee, Moscow, 
  Harrington, Oakesdale, Wilbur, Odessa, Post Falls, Coeur d'Alene, 
  Creston, Airway Heights, Pullman, Coulee City, Hayden, Ritzville, 
  Downtown Spokane, Spokane Valley, Colfax, La Crosse, Potlatch, 
  Worley, Fairfield, Rosalia, Uniontown, Rockford, Plummer, and 
  Genesee.

* WHEN...From 10 PM Tuesday to 10 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Winter driving 
  conditions could impact the Wednesday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. In Idaho, for the latest 
road information in Idaho, call 5 1 1. In Washington, for the latest 
travel information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

IDZ001-WAZ037-191900-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0030.241120T0800Z-241121T0600Z/
Northern Panhandle-Northeast Mountains-
Including the cities of Springdale-Hunters Road, Tiger,
Schweitzer Mountain Road, Sandpoint, Kettle Falls, Metaline,
Metaline Falls, Orin-Rice Road, Priest River, Flowery Trail Road,
Ione, Eastport, Athol, Chewelah, Deer Park, Fruitland, Bonners
Ferry, Colville, Newport, Clark Fork, and Northport
945 PM PST Mon Nov 18 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TUESDAY 
NIGHT TO 10 PM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 6 
  inches in the valleys and 6 and 12 inches in the mountains.

* WHERE...Springdale-Hunters Road, Tiger, Schweitzer Mountain Road, 
  Sandpoint, Kettle Falls, Metaline, Metaline Falls, Orin-Rice Road, 
  Priest River, Flowery Trail Road, Ione, Eastport, Athol, Chewelah, 
  Deer Park, Fruitland, Bonners Ferry, Colville, Newport, Clark 
  Fork, and Northport.

* WHEN...From midnight Tuesday Night to 10 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. In Idaho, for the latest 
road information in Idaho, call 5 1 1. In Washington, for the latest 
travel information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

VMT
943 
WWUS46 KOTX 190954
WSWOTX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
154 AM PST Tue Nov 19 2024

WAZ048-200000-
/O.CON.KOTX.BZ.W.0002.241120T0000Z-241120T1800Z/
Western Chelan County-
Including the cities of Holden Village, Stevens Pass, and
Stehekin
154 AM PST Tue Nov 19 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 PM THIS AFTERNOON TO 10 
AM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected for elevations above 2500 
  feet. Total snow accumulations between 8 and 16 inches. Winds 
  gusting as high as 50 mph for portions of US 2 from Coles Corner 
  to Stevens Pass.

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

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

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and 
  blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. Strong winds could 
  cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour will 
  be possible at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. For the latest travel information in Washington, go to 
https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

WAZ041-044-047-200000-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0010.241120T0000Z-241120T1800Z/
Wenatchee Area-Waterville Plateau-Central Chelan County-
Including the cities of Pangborn Airport, Badger Mountain Road,
Leavenworth, Waterville, Chelan, Number 1 Canyon, Plain,
Mansfield, Entiat, Number 2 Canyon, Cashmere, and Wenatchee
154 AM PST Tue Nov 19 2024

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

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 
  12 inches. Winds could gust as high as 40 mph on the Waterville 
  Plateau.

* WHERE...Pangborn Airport, Badger Mountain Road, Leavenworth, 
  Waterville, Chelan, Number 1 Canyon, Plain, Mansfield, Entiat, 
  Number 2 Canyon, Cashmere, and Wenatchee.

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

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Light snow will develop 
  during the  Tuesday evening commute and heavy snow will be 
  possible by the Wednesday morning commute. Gusty winds could bring 
  down tree branches and result in blowing snow over the Waterville 
  Plateau.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel 
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

WAZ049-200000-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0010.241120T0000Z-241121T0000Z/
Western Okanogan County-
Including the cities of Mazama, Methow, Winthrop, Loup Loup Pass,
Twisp, and Conconully
154 AM PST Tue Nov 19 2024

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

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 7 to 
  12 inches in the valleys and 12 and 20 inches in the mountains. 
  Winds could gust as high as 50 mph on the ridgetops.

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

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

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Blowing snow could 
  significantly reduce visibility in the mountains. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning 
  commutes. Strong winds could cause damage to trees and power lines.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour will 
  be possible at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel 
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

WAZ038-043-200000-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0010.241120T0600Z-241121T0000Z/
Okanogan Highlands-Okanogan Valley-
Including the cities of Boulder Creek Road, Highway 20 Wauconda
Summit, Wauconda, Brewster, Bridgeport, Chesaw Road, Oroville,
Sherman Pass, Disautel Pass, Nespelem, Okanogan, Omak, Inchelium,
Republic, and Tonasket
154 AM PST Tue Nov 19 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 
4 PM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches 
  in the valleys and 8 and 14 inches in the mountains.  Winds could 
  gust as high as 30 mph.

* WHERE...Boulder Creek Road, Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, Wauconda, 
  Brewster, Bridgeport, Chesaw Road, Oroville, Sherman Pass, 
  Disautel Pass, Nespelem, Okanogan, Omak, Inchelium, Republic, and 
  Tonasket.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 4 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Winter driving 
  conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates of 1 inch per hour will be 
  possible at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel 
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

IDZ004-200000-
/O.EXB.KOTX.WW.Y.0030.241120T0600Z-241121T1500Z/
Central Panhandle Mountains-
Including the cities of Osburn, St. Maries, Mullan, Fourth Of
July Pass, Lookout Pass, Fernwood, Dobson Pass, Wallace, Kellogg,
and Pinehurst
154 AM PST Tue Nov 19 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 7 AM 
PST THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 3 
  inches valleys and 3 to 6 inches in the mountains.  Snow levels 
  rising above valley floors Wednesday afternoon.

* WHERE...Osburn, St. Maries, Mullan, Fourth Of July Pass, Lookout 
  Pass, Fernwood, Dobson Pass, Wallace, Kellogg, and Pinehurst.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 7 AM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions expected to develop during the 
  Wednesday morning commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow showers will continue at Lookout Pass 
  through Thursday morning with mainly rain in the lowlands by 
  midday Wednesday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road 
information in Idaho, call 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ034-200000-
/O.EXB.KOTX.WW.Y.0030.241120T0600Z-241120T1600Z/
Moses Lake Area-
Including the cities of Othello, Moses Lake, Quincy, and Ephrata
154 AM PST Tue Nov 19 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 8 AM 
PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to two inches. 
  Little to no snow accumulation Moses Lake to Othello. Winds 
  gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Quincy, Ephrata, areas of I-90 near George.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 8 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on winter travel conditions between Quincy and 
  Ephrata and sections of I-90 near George for the Wednesday morning 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest travel 
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

WAZ031-200000-
/O.EXA.KOTX.WW.Y.0030.241120T0600Z-241120T1800Z/
Northeast Blue Mountains-
Including the cities of Cloverland Road, Peola, Anatone, and
Mountain Road
154 AM PST Tue Nov 19 2024

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

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 3 
  inches below 4000 feet and 5 to 9 inches above 4000 feet.  Winds 
  gusting as high as 50 mph.

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

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

* IMPACTS...Winter travel conditions expected during the Wednesday 
  morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down small tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest travel 
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

IDZ002-003-WAZ033-035-036-200000-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0030.241120T0600Z-241120T1800Z/
Coeur d'Alene Area-Idaho Palouse-Washington Palouse-Upper
Columbia Basin-Spokane Area-
Including the cities of Downtown Spokane, Genesee, Colfax, Tekoa,
Odessa, Pullman, Wilbur, Rockford, Coeur d'Alene, Potlatch,
Fairfield, Worley, La Crosse, Cheney, Post Falls, Plummer,
Moscow, Hayden, Coulee City, Grand Coulee, Harrington, Creston,
Oakesdale, Uniontown, Rosalia, Davenport, Airway Heights, Spokane
Valley, and Ritzville
154 AM PST Tue Nov 19 2024

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

* WHAT...Snow expected. For areas along and north of I-90, total 
  snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches. For areas south of 
  I-90, total snow accumulations between 1 and 3 inches.

* WHERE...Downtown Spokane, Genesee, Colfax, Tekoa, Odessa, Pullman, 
  Wilbur, Rockford, Coeur d'Alene, Potlatch, Fairfield, Worley, La 
  Crosse, Cheney, Post Falls, Plummer, Moscow, Hayden, Coulee City, 
  Grand Coulee, Harrington, Creston, Oakesdale, Uniontown, Rosalia, 
  Davenport, Airway Heights, Spokane Valley, and Ritzville.

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

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Winter driving 
  conditions could impact the Wednesday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. In Idaho, for the latest 
road information in Idaho, call 5 1 1. In Washington, for the latest 
travel information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

IDZ001-WAZ037-200000-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0030.241120T0800Z-241121T0600Z/
Northern Panhandle-Northeast Mountains-
Including the cities of Chewelah, Eastport, Sandpoint, Tiger,
Bonners Ferry, Deer Park, Schweitzer Mountain Road, Ione,
Orin-Rice Road, Metaline Falls, Northport, Flowery Trail Road,
Fruitland, Newport, Colville, Priest River, Clark Fork,
Springdale-Hunters Road, Athol, Kettle Falls, and Metaline
154 AM PST Tue Nov 19 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT 
TO 10 PM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 3 and 6 
  inches in the valleys and 6 and 12 inches in the mountains.

* WHERE...Chewelah, Eastport, Sandpoint, Tiger, Bonners Ferry, Deer 
  Park, Schweitzer Mountain Road, Ione, Orin-Rice Road, Metaline 
  Falls, Northport, Flowery Trail Road, Fruitland, Newport, 
  Colville, Priest River, Clark Fork, Springdale-Hunters Road, 
  Athol, Kettle Falls, and Metaline.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 10 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Winter driving 
  conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. In Idaho, for the latest 
road information in Idaho, call 5 1 1. In Washington, for the latest 
travel information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

SB
419 
WWUS46 KOTX 192356
WSWOTX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
356 PM PST Tue Nov 19 2024

WAZ048-201300-
/O.CON.KOTX.BZ.W.0002.241120T0000Z-241120T1800Z/
Western Chelan County-
Including the cities of Holden Village, Stehekin, and Stevens
Pass
356 PM PST Tue Nov 19 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected for elevations above 2500 
  feet. Total snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches with 
  locally higher amounts over higher peaks. Winds gusting as high as 
  50 mph for portions of US 2 from Coles Corner to Stevens Pass.

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

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and 
  blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. Strong winds could 
  cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. For the latest travel information in Washington, go to 
https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

WAZ041-044-047-201300-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0010.241120T0000Z-241120T1800Z/
Wenatchee Area-Waterville Plateau-Central Chelan County-
Including the cities of Pangborn Airport, Number 2 Canyon,
Chelan, Entiat, Cashmere, Number 1 Canyon, Waterville, Wenatchee,
Badger Mountain Road, Leavenworth, Plain, and Mansfield
356 PM PST Tue Nov 19 2024

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

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. For elevations above 1000 feet, total 
  snow accumulations between 6 and 12 inches. For elevations below 
  1000 feet, total snow accumulations between 2 and 6 inches. Winds 
  could gust as high as 40 mph on the Waterville Plateau.

* WHERE...Pangborn Airport, Number 2 Canyon, Chelan, Entiat, 
  Cashmere, Number 1 Canyon, Waterville, Wenatchee, Badger Mountain 
  Road, Leavenworth, Plain, and Mansfield.

* WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Light snow will develop 
  during the late Tuesday evening commute and heavy snow will be 
  possible by the early Wednesday morning commute. Gusty winds could 
  bring down tree branches and result in blowing snow over the 
  Waterville Plateau. The weight of wet, heavy snow on tree limbs 
  may down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel 
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

WAZ049-201300-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0010.241120T0000Z-241121T0000Z/
Western Okanogan County-
Including the cities of Mazama, Methow, Winthrop, Loup Loup Pass,
Twisp, and Conconully
356 PM PST Tue Nov 19 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 7 to 
  12 inches in the valleys and 12 and 20 inches in the mountains. 
  Winds could gust as high as 50 mph on the ridgetops.

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

* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Blowing snow could 
  significantly reduce visibility in the mountains. The hazardous 
  conditions could impact the Tuesday evening and Wednesday morning 
  commutes. Strong winds could cause damage to trees and power 
  lines. The weight of wet, heavy snow on tree limbs may down power 
  lines and could cause sporadic power outages.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour will 
  be possible at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel 
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

WAZ038-043-201300-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0010.241120T0600Z-241121T0000Z/
Okanogan Highlands-Okanogan Valley-
Including the cities of Oroville, Omak, Brewster, Inchelium,
Bridgeport, Boulder Creek Road, Chesaw Road, Republic, Disautel
Pass, Nespelem, Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, Wauconda, Okanogan,
Tonasket, and Sherman Pass
356 PM PST Tue Nov 19 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 
4 PM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Total snow accumulations between 4 and 8 inches 
  in the valleys and 8 and 14 inches in the mountains.  Winds could 
  gust as high as 30 mph.

* WHERE...Oroville, Omak, Brewster, Inchelium, Bridgeport, Boulder 
  Creek Road, Chesaw Road, Republic, Disautel Pass, Nespelem, 
  Highway 20 Wauconda Summit, Wauconda, Okanogan, Tonasket, and 
  Sherman Pass.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 4 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Wednesday morning commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates of 1 inch per hour will be 
  possible at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel 
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

WAZ034-201300-
/O.EXB.KOTX.WW.Y.0030.241120T0600Z-241120T1600Z/
Moses Lake Area-
Including the cities of Ephrata, Othello, Moses Lake, and Quincy
356 PM PST Tue Nov 19 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM THIS EVENING TO 8 AM 
PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Wet snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to two 
  inches. Little to no snow accumulation Moses Lake to Othello. 
  Winds gusting as high as 40 mph.

* WHERE...Ephrata, Othello, Moses Lake, and Quincy.

* WHEN...From 10 PM this evening to 8 AM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Plan on winter travel conditions between Quincy and 
  Ephrata and sections of I-90 near George for the Wednesday morning 
  commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest travel 
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

IDZ004-201300-
/O.EXB.KOTX.WW.Y.0030.241120T1200Z-241121T1500Z/
Central Panhandle Mountains-
Including the cities of Kellogg, Dobson Pass, Fourth Of July
Pass, Lookout Pass, Wallace, Osburn, Fernwood, Mullan, St.
Maries, and Pinehurst
356 PM PST Tue Nov 19 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM WEDNESDAY TO 7 AM PST 
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 3 
  inches for the valleys and 3 to 6 inches in the mountains.  Snow 
  levels rising above valley floors Wednesday afternoon.

* WHERE...Kellogg, Dobson Pass, Fourth Of July Pass, Lookout Pass, 
  Wallace, Osburn, Fernwood, Mullan, St. Maries, and Pinehurst.

* WHEN...From 4 AM Wednesday to 7 AM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions expected to develop during the 
  Wednesday morning commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow showers will continue at Lookout Pass 
  through Thursday morning with mainly rain in the lowlands by 
  midday Wednesday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road 
information in Idaho, call 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ031-201300-
/O.EXA.KOTX.WW.Y.0030.241120T0600Z-241120T1800Z/
Northeast Blue Mountains-
Including the cities of Anatone, Cloverland Road, Peola, and
Mountain Road
356 PM PST Tue Nov 19 2024

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

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 3 
  inches below 4000 feet and 5 to 9 inches above 4000 feet.  Winds 
  gusting as high as 50 mph.

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

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

* IMPACTS...Winter travel conditions expected during the Wednesday 
  morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down small tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest travel 
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

IDZ002-003-WAZ033-035-036-201300-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0030.241120T0600Z-241120T1800Z/
Coeur d'Alene Area-Idaho Palouse-Washington Palouse-Upper
Columbia Basin-Spokane Area-
Including the cities of Plummer, Downtown Spokane, Coeur d'Alene,
Colfax, Tekoa, Coulee City, Fairfield, Harrington, Ritzville,
Worley, Hayden, Moscow, Wilbur, Post Falls, Odessa, Uniontown,
Genesee, Creston, Airway Heights, La Crosse, Oakesdale, Pullman,
Cheney, Spokane Valley, Potlatch, Davenport, Rockford, Rosalia,
and Grand Coulee
356 PM PST Tue Nov 19 2024

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

* WHAT...Wet snow expected. For northern Grant and Lincoln counties, 
  total snow accumulations between 1.5 and 4 inches. Everywhere 
  else, 0.5 to 2 inches expected.

* WHERE...Plummer, Downtown Spokane, Coeur d'Alene, Colfax, Tekoa, 
  Coulee City, Fairfield, Harrington, Ritzville, Worley, Hayden, 
  Moscow, Wilbur, Post Falls, Odessa, Uniontown, Genesee, Creston, 
  Airway Heights, La Crosse, Oakesdale, Pullman, Cheney, Spokane 
  Valley, Potlatch, Davenport, Rockford, Rosalia, and Grand Coulee.

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

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Winter driving 
  conditions could impact the Wednesday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. In Idaho, for the latest 
road information in Idaho, call 5 1 1. In Washington, for the latest 
travel information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

IDZ001-WAZ037-201300-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0030.241120T0800Z-241121T0600Z/
Northern Panhandle-Northeast Mountains-
Including the cities of Newport, Flowery Trail Road, Bonners
Ferry, Priest River, Schweitzer Mountain Road, Chewelah, Clark
Fork, Athol, Deer Park, Ione, Tiger, Sandpoint, Fruitland, Kettle
Falls, Colville, Northport, Eastport, Springdale-Hunters Road,
Metaline, Metaline Falls, and Orin-Rice Road
356 PM PST Tue Nov 19 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM MIDNIGHT TONIGHT 
TO 10 PM PST WEDNESDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 
  inches in the valleys and 6 and 12 inches in the mountains.

* WHERE...Newport, Flowery Trail Road, Bonners Ferry, Priest River, 
  Schweitzer Mountain Road, Chewelah, Clark Fork, Athol, Deer Park, 
  Ione, Tiger, Sandpoint, Fruitland, Kettle Falls, Colville, 
  Northport, Eastport, Springdale-Hunters Road, Metaline, Metaline 
  Falls, and Orin-Rice Road.

* WHEN...From midnight tonight to 10 PM PST Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Winter driving 
  conditions could impact the Wednesday morning and evening commutes.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. In Idaho, for the latest 
road information in Idaho, call 5 1 1. In Washington, for the latest 
travel information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

VMT
978 
WWUS46 KOTX 201215
WSWOTX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
415 AM PST Wed Nov 20 2024

WAZ034-201315-
/O.CAN.KOTX.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-241120T1600Z/
Moses Lake Area-
Including the cities of Quincy, Ephrata, Moses Lake, and Othello
415 AM PST Wed Nov 20 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Additional snow showers will be possible near Quincy and George 
through 7AM with minimal accumulations.  The remainder of the zone 
has warmed above freezing.

$$

WAZ048-201800-
/O.CON.KOTX.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-241120T1800Z/
Western Chelan County-
Including the cities of Holden Village, Stehekin, and Stevens
Pass
415 AM PST Wed Nov 20 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 AM PST THIS MORNING...

* WHAT...Blizzard conditions expected for elevations above 2500 
  feet. Additional  snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches.  Winds 
  gusting as high as 45 mph for portions of US 2 from Coles Corner 
  to Stevens Pass.

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

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

* IMPACTS...Visibilities may drop below 1/4 mile due to falling and 
  blowing snow. Travel could be very difficult. Strong winds could 
  cause extensive damage to trees and power lines.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates of 1 inch per hour will be 
  possible at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Travel should be restricted to emergencies only. If you must travel, 
have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with 
your vehicle. For the latest travel information in Washington, go to 
https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

WAZ038-043-210000-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-241121T0000Z/
Okanogan Highlands-Okanogan Valley-
Including the cities of Bridgeport, Boulder Creek Road, Republic,
Disautel Pass, Wauconda, Brewster, Oroville, Nespelem, Tonasket,
Okanogan, Sherman Pass, Inchelium, Omak, Chesaw Road, and Highway
20 Wauconda Summit
415 AM PST Wed Nov 20 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST THIS 
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 6 
  inches with locally around 8 inches in the mountains.

* WHERE...Bridgeport, Boulder Creek Road, Republic, Disautel Pass, 
  Wauconda, Brewster, Oroville, Nespelem, Tonasket, Okanogan, 
  Sherman Pass, Inchelium, Omak, Chesaw Road, and Highway 20 
  Wauconda Summit.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Wednesday morning commute.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates of 1 inch per hour will be 
  possible at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel 
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

WAZ041-044-047-201800-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-241120T1800Z/
Wenatchee Area-Waterville Plateau-Central Chelan County-
Including the cities of Leavenworth, Number 2 Canyon, Cashmere,
Mansfield, Chelan, Waterville, Badger Mountain Road, Plain,
Pangborn Airport, Entiat, Wenatchee, and Number 1 Canyon
415 AM PST Wed Nov 20 2024

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

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 4 inches 
  mainly for elevations above 1000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 35 
  mph on the Waterville Plateau.

* WHERE...Leavenworth, Number 2 Canyon, Cashmere, Mansfield, Chelan, 
  Waterville, Badger Mountain Road, Plain, Pangborn Airport, Entiat, 
  Wenatchee, and Number 1 Canyon.

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

* IMPACTS...The strong winds and weight of snow on tree limbs may 
  down power lines and could cause sporadic power outages. Plan on 
  winter travel conditions during the Wednesday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel 
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

WAZ049-210000-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-241121T0000Z/
Western Okanogan County-
Including the cities of Twisp, Loup Loup Pass, Winthrop,
Conconully, Methow, and Mazama
415 AM PST Wed Nov 20 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST THIS 
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations between 4 and 9 
  inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

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

* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions 
  could impact the Wednesday morning commute. Gusty winds could 
  bring down tree branches.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snowfall rates of 1 to 2 inches per hour will 
  be possible at times.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel 
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

IDZ001-WAZ037-210115-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-241121T0600Z/
Northern Panhandle-Northeast Mountains-
Including the cities of Ione, Athol, Deer Park, Kettle Falls,
Colville, Chewelah, Sandpoint, Orin-Rice Road, Metaline Falls,
Springdale-Hunters Road, Metaline, Tiger, Northport, Schweitzer
Mountain Road, Fruitland, Eastport, Bonners Ferry, Priest River,
Newport, Clark Fork, and Flowery Trail Road
415 AM PST Wed Nov 20 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS 
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 5 
  inches in the valleys and 6 and 10 inches in the mountains.

* WHERE...Ione, Athol, Deer Park, Kettle Falls, Colville, Chewelah, 
  Sandpoint, Orin-Rice Road, Metaline Falls, Springdale-Hunters 
  Road, Metaline, Tiger, Northport, Schweitzer Mountain Road, 
  Fruitland, Eastport, Bonners Ferry, Priest River, Newport, Clark 
  Fork, and Flowery Trail Road.

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

* IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Winter driving 
  conditions will impact the Wednesday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. In Idaho, for the latest 
road information in Idaho, call 5 1 1. In Washington, for the latest 
travel information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

IDZ002-003-WAZ033-035-036-201800-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-241120T1800Z/
Coeur d'Alene Area-Idaho Palouse-Washington Palouse-Upper
Columbia Basin-Spokane Area-
Including the cities of Colfax, Cheney, Tekoa, Worley,
Harrington, Plummer, Spokane Valley, Coeur d'Alene, Moscow,
Odessa, Rosalia, Davenport, Rockford, Uniontown, Downtown
Spokane, Pullman, Grand Coulee, Oakesdale, Hayden, Ritzville,
Coulee City, Creston, Fairfield, Airway Heights, Wilbur, La
Crosse, Genesee, Post Falls, and Potlatch
415 AM PST Wed Nov 20 2024

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

* WHAT...Wet snow expected. For northern Grant and Lincoln counties, 
  total snow accumulations between 1.5 and 4 inches. Everywhere 
  else, 0.5 to 2 inches expected.

* WHERE...Colfax, Cheney, Tekoa, Worley, Harrington, Plummer, 
  Spokane Valley, Coeur d'Alene, Moscow, Odessa, Rosalia, Davenport, 
  Rockford, Uniontown, Downtown Spokane, Pullman, Grand Coulee, 
  Oakesdale, Hayden, Ritzville, Coulee City, Creston, Fairfield, 
  Airway Heights, Wilbur, La Crosse, Genesee, Post Falls, and 
  Potlatch.

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

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. Winter driving 
  conditions will impact the Wednesday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. In Idaho, for the latest 
road information in Idaho, call 5 1 1. In Washington, for the latest 
travel information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

IDZ004-210115-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-241121T1500Z/
Central Panhandle Mountains-
Including the cities of Pinehurst, Fernwood, Fourth Of July Pass,
Kellogg, Mullan, St. Maries, Osburn, Lookout Pass, Wallace, and
Dobson Pass
415 AM PST Wed Nov 20 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM PST 
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 3 
  inches for the valleys and 3 to 6 inches in the mountains.  Snow 
  levels rising above valley floors Wednesday afternoon.

* WHERE...Pinehurst, Fernwood, Fourth Of July Pass, Kellogg, Mullan, 
  St. Maries, Osburn, Lookout Pass, Wallace, and Dobson Pass.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions expected to develop during the 
  Wednesday morning commute.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road 
information in Idaho, call 5 1 1.

&&

$$

WAZ031-201800-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-241120T1800Z/
Northeast Blue Mountains-
Including the cities of Cloverland Road, Mountain Road, Anatone,
and Peola
415 AM PST Wed Nov 20 2024

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

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 1 and 3 
  inches below 4000 feet and 5 to 9 inches above 4000 feet.  Winds 
  gusting as high as 50 mph.

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

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

* IMPACTS...Winter travel conditions expected during the Wednesday 
  morning commute. Gusty winds could bring down small tree branches.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest travel 
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

SB
851 
WWUS46 KOTX 201654
WSWOTX

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Spokane WA
854 AM PST Wed Nov 20 2024

WAZ048-201800-
/O.CAN.KOTX.BZ.W.0002.000000T0000Z-241120T1800Z/
Western Chelan County-
Including the cities of Stehekin, Stevens Pass, and Holden
Village
854 AM PST Wed Nov 20 2024

...BLIZZARD WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Strong winds and snow that prompted the Blizzard Warning have ended, 
therefore the Blizzard Warning has been cancelled. Light snow will 
continue between Coles Corner and Stevens Pass through the early 
afternoon. Use caution when heading over the passes.

$$

WAZ041-044-047-201800-
/O.CAN.KOTX.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-241120T1800Z/
Wenatchee Area-Waterville Plateau-Central Chelan County-
Including the cities of Leavenworth, Cashmere, Plain, Entiat,
Wenatchee, Pangborn Airport, Chelan, Number 1 Canyon, Badger
Mountain Road, Number 2 Canyon, Waterville, and Mansfield
854 AM PST Wed Nov 20 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING IS CANCELLED...

Moderate to heavy snow has decreased in intensity with area webcams 
showing snow struggling to stick on the roads. Therefore, the Winter 
Storm Warning has been cancelled. However, light snow will continue 
for the next couple of hours. If you encounter snow on the roads, 
slow down and drive for the conditions.

$$

IDZ003-WAZ031-033-035-036-201800-
/O.CAN.KOTX.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-241120T1800Z/
Idaho Palouse-Northeast Blue Mountains-Washington Palouse-Upper
Columbia Basin-Spokane Area-
Including the cities of Cloverland Road, Anatone, Mountain Road,
and Peola
854 AM PST Wed Nov 20 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY IS CANCELLED...

Snow and rain has transitioned over to all rain for most lowland 
locations, therefore the Winter Weather Advisory has been cancelled. 
Light snow will continue for elevations above 3000 feet for the next 
one to two hours. If you encounter snow on the roads, slow down and 
drive for the conditions.

$$

WAZ038-043-210000-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-241121T0000Z/
Okanogan Highlands-Okanogan Valley-
Including the cities of Boulder Creek Road, Chesaw Road,
Inchelium, Sherman Pass, Brewster, Disautel Pass, Tonasket,
Oroville, Republic, Okanogan, Nespelem, Omak, Bridgeport,
Wauconda, and Highway 20 Wauconda Summit
854 AM PST Wed Nov 20 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST THIS 
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations between 2 and 4 inches 
  with up to 6 inches in the mountains.

* WHERE...Boulder Creek Road, Chesaw Road, Inchelium, Sherman Pass, 
  Brewster, Disautel Pass, Tonasket, Oroville, Republic, Okanogan, 
  Nespelem, Omak, Bridgeport, Wauconda, and Highway 20 Wauconda 
  Summit.

* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel 
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

WAZ049-210000-
/O.CON.KOTX.WS.W.0010.000000T0000Z-241121T0000Z/
Western Okanogan County-
Including the cities of Methow, Winthrop, Twisp, Mazama,
Conconully, and Loup Loup Pass
854 AM PST Wed Nov 20 2024

...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST THIS 
AFTERNOON...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations between 1 and 3 inches.

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

* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST this afternoon.

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in 
your vehicle in case of an emergency. For the latest travel 
information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

IDZ001-WAZ037-210600-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-241121T0600Z/
Northern Panhandle-Northeast Mountains-
Including the cities of Ione, Eastport, Clark Fork, Priest River,
Northport, Springdale-Hunters Road, Sandpoint, Athol, Orin-Rice
Road, Fruitland, Tiger, Bonners Ferry, Metaline, Chewelah,
Colville, Metaline Falls, Kettle Falls, Deer Park, Newport,
Schweitzer Mountain Road, and Flowery Trail Road
854 AM PST Wed Nov 20 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 10 PM PST THIS 
EVENING...

* WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations between 2 and 6 
  inches in the valleys and 5 and 9 inches in the mountains.

* WHERE...Ione, Eastport, Clark Fork, Priest River, Northport, 
  Springdale-Hunters Road, Sandpoint, Athol, Orin-Rice Road, 
  Fruitland, Tiger, Bonners Ferry, Metaline, Chewelah, Colville, 
  Metaline Falls, Kettle Falls, Deer Park, Newport, Schweitzer 
  Mountain Road, and Flowery Trail Road.

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

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow will gradually transition from snow to 
  rain in the valleys through the morning.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. In Idaho, for the latest 
road information in Idaho, call 5 1 1. In Washington, for the latest 
travel information in Washington, go to https://wsdot.wa.gov/travel

&&

$$

IDZ002-201800-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-241120T1800Z/
Coeur d'Alene Area-
Including the cities of Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, Hayden, and
Worley
854 AM PST Wed Nov 20 2024

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

* WHAT...Wet snow. Additional snow accumulations up to one inch.

* WHERE...Coeur d'Alene, Post Falls, Hayden, and Worley.

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

* IMPACTS...Plan on slippery road conditions. 

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road 
information in Idaho, call 5 1 1.

&&

$$

IDZ004-210600-
/O.CON.KOTX.WW.Y.0030.000000T0000Z-241121T1500Z/
Central Panhandle Mountains-
Including the cities of St. Maries, Mullan, Osburn, Pinehurst,
Kellogg, Fernwood, Lookout Pass, Dobson Pass, Fourth Of July
Pass, and Wallace
854 AM PST Wed Nov 20 2024

...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 7 AM PST 
THURSDAY...

* WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 7 inches.

* WHERE...St. Maries, Mullan, Osburn, Pinehurst, Kellogg, Fernwood, 
  Lookout Pass, Dobson Pass, Fourth Of July Pass, and Wallace.

* WHEN...Until 7 AM PST Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Winter driving conditions over the mountain passes.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow showers will continue at Lookout Pass 
  through Thursday morning with mainly rain in the lowlands by 
  midday Wednesday.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. For the latest road 
information in Idaho, call 5 1 1.

&&

$$

OTX

What forecasters said that day

The local office's own words before this blizzard 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 blizzard warning went out at Nov 18, 9:55 AM PST, 4 hours 37 minutes earlier.

Area forecast discussion, Nov 18, 9:55 AM PST, 4 hours 37 minutes before
Area Forecast Discussion
National Weather Service Spokane WA
955 AM PST Mon Nov 18 2024

.SYNOPSIS...
Precipitation will be more showery through early Tuesday. Weather
will remain unsettled through the week with the next winter storm
Tuesday night into Wednesday bringing another round of widespread
snow. This will result in moderate to major impacts across
central Washington and minor impacts for eastern Washington and
north Idaho. Additional systems passing through Thursday through
next weekend will bring additional periods of lowland rain and
mountain snow.

&&

.DISCUSSION...
Today and tonight: Mountain snow showers will continue through
much of the day today along US-2 and I-90 with upslope westerly
flow in place with moderately steep lapse rates. 500 mb
temperatures in the wake of the cold front passage are
impressively cold at -36 to -38c. Snow/graupel showers with an
isolated lightning strike cannot be ruled out this afternoon in
the eastern third of Washington and the north Idaho lowlands in
this type of weather regime. High temperatures will range from the
40s in central Washington and mid to upper 30s in the eastern
third of Washington and the north Idaho Panhandle today.
Temperatures will cool off into the 20s tonight fairly quickly as
a much drier airmass is in place with fairly minimal cloud cover
to start this night. Models are hinting at some areas of dense fog
forming in the sheltered valleys of northeast Washington tonight
but confidence remains low for this. A vort max will pivot through
our area starting late this evening that would bring some light
snowfall up an inch at Stevens Pass before sunrise. /DB

...HEAVY SNOW TO IMPACT CENTRAL WA TUESDAY NIGHT INTO WEDNESDAY...

Tuesday: Widely scattered snow showers will be drifting through the
region Tuesday morning and early afternoon with the departure of
a cold upper-level trough. Models are struggling on the exact
placement of the showers given the chaotic convective nature. As
such, we turn toward ensembles which favor areas north and east of
a line from Kellogg to Omak including the Upper Basin, Spokane-
Cd'A Area, Sandpoint, Colville, and Republic. Main concern will be
light accumulations of snow impacting the Tuesday morning commute
resulting in slick conditions. Shower activity will wane in the
afternoon with temperatures in the 30s to lower 40s. Winds will be
light and begin shifting to the east and southeast drawn to a
powerful cyclone off the WA Coast.

Tuesday night through Wednesday: An extremely intense low pressure
will be tracking off the WA Coast. Strong cross cwfa pressure
gradients will create gusty east to southeast winds while deep
moisture flows inland. This is a classic setup for moderate to
heavy snow for Central WA, especially with a colder air mass
settling in ahead of the incoming system. Lighter snow will spread
into Eastern WA and North Idaho Wednesday morning impacting the
Wednesday morning commute. Snow levels to be near valley floors
for most areas outside the extreme deep Basin leading to moderate
to high confidence for snow as the main p-type at the start of the
event. Snow levels will rise through the day Wednesday nosing
into the Eastern WA and N Idaho first and slowly bleeding into the
cold air over Central WA.

The focus for significant winter storm and an anomalous snow
event will be over Central Washington including the Cascades,
Okanogan Highlands, Waterville Plateau, and the entire Highway 97
corridor from Blewett Pass to southern BC. Winter storm watches
have been issued given moderate to high confidence and consistent
signal in the ensemble guidance over 3 days now. For the remainder
of E WA and North ID, we will be looking at the potential for
winter weather advisories given the timing intersecting the
Wednesday morning commute.

* Impacts:

Tuesday: Be cautious of developing slick conditions with snow showers
Tuesday morning. Best to check conditions or radar in the morning
and leave a few extra minutes to reach your destination safely.

Tuesday evening: Light snow will be just developing in Central WA.
Overall, impacts will be minor during the evening commute but
winter travel conditions and potentially slick conditions will be
just starting to develop.

Tuesday night and Wednesday: Residents of the Inland NW should plan
for a slow commute come Wednesday morning. In Central WA, periods
of moderate to heavy snow accumulations will have fallen or in
process of falling leading to winter travel conditions. Snowfall
rates of 1-2" hour will be possible in Central WA. Good time to
make sure you have your winter emergency safety kit and prepare
for slow travel. For Eastern WA and North Idaho, the event will
not be out of the ordinary but prepared for a few inches of snow
falling through the morning hours and slick travel. Snow will
continue to fall Wednesday afternoon across the northern
mountain/mountain valleys with lighter rates and could lead to
continued winter travel conditions heading home during the
Wednesday evening commute. Temperatures by Wednesday afternoon
will have warmed above freezing for much of the Basin, Spokane-
Cd'A, and Palouse. The valleys of Central WA along Hwy 97 are
expected to warm above freezing but this comes with lower
confidence and dependent on the duration of the snow.

Gusty east winds will have the potential to create blowing and
drifting snow in the East Slopes, especially at Stevens Pass. The
Waterville Plateau could also be coping with adverse conditions
from drifting snow with a steady 15-20 mph wind. Isolated power
outages cannot be ruled out in the East Slopes from the snow and
gusty winds.

Strong winds in the lee of the Blue Mountains, along the Snake River
Valley could result in some tree damage and isolated power outages.

* Snow Amounts:

Snow amounts could continue to change as the forecast becomes
fine tuned. At this time, forecast is calling for 6-10 inches for
the valleys of Central WA including Wenatchee, Chelan, Omak, and
Republic. Upper Cascade valleys like Leavenworth, Ardenvoir, and
Winthrop carry higher probabilities for 8 to 14 inches. Areas
along the Columbia River such as Chelan, city of Wenatchee, Rock
Island, and into the W Basin around Moses Lake and Ephrata carry
some uncertainty due to a potential for snow to be falling with
temperatures 32-36F. There is moderate confidence for snow to fall
at these temperatures given drier dewpoints but it definitely is
something that could alter accumulations. Wenatchee proper will
also be impacted from the timing of downsloping midlevel winds off
Mission Ridge at some point. Some models delay this 6 hours from
the other. If this is delayed, amounts could be > 7". If the temps
remain 35F and downsloping occurs earlier, could be closer to 4".
The mountains in Central WA will be more in the range of 1-2
feet. Snow amounts taper off closer to 2-4 inches for the valleys
of NE WA and N ID and 5-10 inches in the mountains. Amounts are
near or less than 2 inches for the lower Basin, Palouse, and Camas
Prairie. Less than an inch is expected in the L-C Valley, La
Crosse, and south of Moses Lake. Speaking of Moses Lake, this has
been one of the greater challenges and would not rule out a sharp
gradient of snow amounts across Grant County from a trace near
Othello to 4 inches or more by Coulee City/Harltine.

* Winds:

With bomb cyclogenesis expected of the WA Coast producing
hurricane force winds, we are looking at 16-20 mb east to west
pressure gradient from Lewiston to Seattle. This will no doubt
manifest into gusty east winds across our neck of the woods with
speeds of 10-25 mph and gusts to 30-40 mph. Strongest winds will
be channeling up through the Snake River and down the foothills
of the Blue Mountains before spilling into the Palouse, Columbia
Basin, and Waterville Plateau. Locally stronger winds are expected will
be possible channeling through the Cascade ridges and passes
which could gust upwards of 50+ mph. May need to consider a
wind advisory for locations between La Crosse and Lewiston with
the potential for gusts 40+ mph. /sb

Thursday through Monday: The ensemble clusters are in excellent
agreement with the 500 mb pattern after the Wednesday storm. The
parent trough slowly moves east towards the Washington coast which
will make for many more chances for unsettled weather.
Deterministic models even show the possibility of a Fujiwhara
effect with a couple of low pressures off the Washington coast.
Snow levels look to remain above the valley floor under the warm,
southwest flow aloft with snow remaining in the mountains and rain
for the lowlands. /DB

&&

.AVIATION...
18Z TAFS: Post frontal west to southwest flow will bank stratus up
into NE Washington and the ID Panhandle through the afternoon with
MVFR conditions for most of the airports including KGEG/KSFF/KCOE.
VFR conditions will prevail over Central WA and the Lewiston area.
Tonight as boundary layer winds shift to south-southeast a
resurgence of stratus is expected over the northern valleys
including KGEG/KSFF/KCOE with a mix of IFR/MVFR CIGS. In addition,
weak impulses tracking through into Tuesday morning will result in
snow showers mainly over the Cascades and ID Panhandle, but also
some chances at times in the lowlands which were handled with
PROB30 groups in the TAF's.

FORECAST CONFIDENCE AND/OR ALTERNATE SCENARIOS:
Moderate confidence in MVFR CIGS linging into the afternoon for
KGEG/KSFF/KCOE. HREF indicates around a 70% chance of CIGS
dropping back down to IFR/MVFR for KGEG/KSFF overnight into
Tuesday morning, with a 40% chance for KMWH starting near 15z Tue.
JW

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Confidence descriptors:
Low - Less than a 30 percent chance
Moderate - 30 to 70 percent chance
High - Greater than a 70 percent chance

For additional probabilistic information for NWS Spokane airports,
please refer to the Aviation Dashboard on our webpage:
https:/www.weather.gov/otx/avndashboard

&&

.PRELIMINARY POINT TEMPS/POPS...
Spokane        39  26  37  29  40  31 /  40  20  30  50  90  80
Coeur d'Alene  37  27  36  26  39  32 /  60  30  30  40 100  90
Pullman        37  27  38  29  40  33 /  60  30  20  60  80  90
Lewiston       45  31  43  32  48  38 /  40  20  10  50  60  70
Colville       37  21  34  24  35  23 /  40  20  30  50 100  80
Sandpoint      36  25  34  22  35  29 /  80  60  50  30 100  90
Kellogg        35  27  34  23  39  34 /  90  70  40  40 100 100
Moses Lake     45  27  41  33  46  31 /  10  10  30  90  70  60
Wenatchee      43  29  36  30  39  32 /  10  10  20 100  70  50
Omak           41  24  36  29  38  29 /   0  10  20  90 100  50

&&

.OTX WATCHES/WARNINGS/ADVISORIES...
ID...Winter Weather Advisory until 6 PM PST this evening for Central
     Panhandle Mountains.

WA...Winter Storm Watch from Tuesday evening through Wednesday
     evening for Okanogan Highlands-Okanogan Valley.

     Winter Storm Watch from Tuesday afternoon through Wednesday
     evening for Central Chelan County-Waterville Plateau-
     Wenatchee Area-Western Chelan County-Western Okanogan
     County.

     Winter Storm Warning until 4 PM PST this afternoon for Western
     Chelan County.

&&

The office that day

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

IssuedProductOfficeCountiesLasted
Nov 18, 2:35 AM PSTWinter Storm WatchOTXChelan, Douglas, Ferry, Grant, Okanogan12 hr
Nov 18, 2:32 PM PSTWinter Storm WarningOTXChelan, Douglas, Ferry, Grant, Okanogan62 hr
Nov 18, 2:32 PM PSTWinter Weather AdvisoryOTXAdams, Asotin, Douglas, Garfield, Grant, Lincoln and 5 more67 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.