WWUS46 KPDT 011840 WSWPDT URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Pendleton OR 1140 AM PDT Wed Apr 1 2026 ORZ509-020600- /O.CON.KPDT.WS.W.0004.000000T0000Z-260403T0000Z/ East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades- Including the cities of Sisters, Camp Sherman, La Pine, and Sunriver 1140 AM PDT Wed Apr 1 2026 ...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 5 PM PDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 9 to 14 inches. Winds gusting as high as 40 mph. * WHERE...East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades. * WHEN...Until 5 PM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Periods of moderate and heavy snow will combine with low visibilities to create difficult driving conditions. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Persons should consider delaying all travel. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution. Consider taking a winter storm kit along with you, including such items as tire chains, booster cables, flashlight, shovel, blankets and extra clothing. Also take water, a first aid kit, and anything else that would help you survive in case you become stranded. Persons should delay all travel if possible. If travel is absolutely necessary, drive with extreme caution and be prepared for sudden changes in visibility. Leave plenty of room between you and the motorist ahead of you, and allow extra time to reach your destination. Avoid sudden braking or acceleration, and be especially cautious on hills or when making turns. Make sure your car is winterized and in good working order. && $$ WAZ522-020600- /O.CON.KPDT.WW.Y.0011.000000T0000Z-260402T1800Z/ Upper Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest- Including the cities of Easton and Roslyn 1140 AM PDT Wed Apr 1 2026 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 11 AM PDT THURSDAY... * WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations up to 7 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph along exposed ridges. * WHERE...Upper Slopes of the Eastern Washington Cascades Crest. * WHEN...Until 11 AM PDT Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel could be difficult due to periods of moderate to heavy snow. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... Slow down and use caution while traveling. The latest road conditions can be obtained by visiting the website wsdot.wa.gov/travel. Be prepared for slippery roads. Slow down and use caution while driving. If you are going outside, watch your first few steps taken on stairs, sidewalks, and driveways. These surfaces could be icy and slippery, increasing your risk of a fall and injury. && $$ pdt