Winter Weather Warnings / Watches / Advisories
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URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Portland OR
203 AM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

ORZ121-020000-
/O.CON.KPQR.WW.Y.0026.260101T1800Z-260102T1800Z/
Upper Hood River Valley-
Including the cities of Parkdale and Odell
203 AM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

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

* WHAT...Freezing rain expected. Total ice accumulations between one
  tenth to a quarter of an inch. Locally higher accumulations up to
  three tenths of an inch possible.

* WHERE...Upper Hood River Valley.

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

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
  likely become slick and hazardous.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. Prepare for possible
power outages. 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.

Have a winter emergency driving kit readily available. Common items
to include: flashlight, batteries, blankets, a shovel, water,
non-perishable food items, tire chains, etc.

Be aware that walking surfaces may be slick. Walk with extra care.

For the latest road conditions and chain restrictions in Oregon,
call 5 1 1, or visit: www.tripcheck.com.

&&

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ORZ122-WAZ210-020000-
/O.CON.KPQR.WW.Y.0026.260101T1800Z-260102T1800Z/
Central Columbia River Gorge I-84 Corridor-Central Columbia River
Gorge SR 14 Corridor-
Including the cities of Wyeth, Carson, Underwood, and Hood River
203 AM PST Thu Jan 1 2026

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

* WHAT...Freezing rain expected. Total ice accumulations up to
  around one tenth of an inch.

* WHERE...Central Columbia River Gorge.

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

* IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will
  likely become slick and hazardous.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The best chances for freezing rain
  accumulation will occur around the Hood River and White Salmon
  area.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS...

Slow down and use caution while traveling. Prepare for possible
power outages. 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.

Have a winter emergency driving kit readily available. Common items
to include: flashlight, batteries, blankets, a shovel, water,
non-perishable food items, tire chains, etc.

Be aware that walking surfaces may be slick. Walk with extra care.

For the latest road conditions and chain restrictions in Oregon,
call 5 1 1, or visit: www.tripcheck.com.

For the latest road conditions and chain restrictions in Washington,
visit: wsdot.com/travel/real-time/map

&&

$$

For more information from the National Weather Service visit
www.weather.gov/portland

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