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Weather Update 4.4.22

Posted by Jarrett on Apr 4, 2022 9:18:54 AM


Summary: Another severe weather event appears likely on Monday and Tuesday across the Southern tier of the U.S. These severe thunderstorms will be capable of producing damaging winds, hail, heavy rain and tornadoes from northern Texas to the Southeast over the two days. Meanwhile, a powerful fold front will sweep through the Northwestern U.S. on Monday with rain, mountain snow and high winds. Impacted: I-5, I-84, I-80, I-90, U.S. 2, U.S. 101, and U.S. 93

 
Major lanes of concern
  • Interstate 5 from the Washington-Canada border to Mount Shasta, California
  • Interstate 84 from Portland, Oregon, to Echo, Utah
  • Interstate 90 from Seattle to Rapid City, South Dakota
  • U.S. Highway 2 from Everett, Washington, to Glasgow, Montana
  • U.S. Highway 101 from Olympia, Washington, to the Oregon-California border

 

Washington

Winter Storm Warning / High Wind Warning / Flood Warning
  • Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 5 PM PDT Tuesday above 3000 feet
    • Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 12 to 30 inches
      • The highest amounts above 4500 feet
    • Winds gusting as high as 45 mph
    • Impacts: Expect winter travel conditions and be prepared for travel restrictions over the Cascade passes. Strong winds will produce whiteout conditions near and above treeline, with blowing snow expected to significantly reduce visibilities at pass level as well
  • High Wind Warning remains in effect from 8 AM this morning to 11 PM PDT this evening
    • Southwest winds 30 to 45 mph with gusts around 60 mph expected
    • Winds gusting as high as 45 mph
    • Impacts: Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles
  • Flood Warning in effect form this morning to late tomorrow
    • Minor flooding is forecast

 

Oregon

Winter Storm Warning / High Wind Warning
  • Winter Storm warning remains in effect until 5 AM PDT today
    • Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 12 to 30 inches
      • Highest amounts above 5000 feet
      • Winds gusting as high as 50 mph, except up to 65 mph above treeline
    • Impacts: Plan on slippery road conditions. Snow and blowing snow will reduce visibility, at times, especially in exposed areas. Gusty winds combined with wet snow could bring down tree branches
  • High Wind Warning remains in effect from 8 AM this morning to 11 PM PDT this evening
    • West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected
    • Impacts: Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles

California

High Wind Warning
  • High Wind Warning remains in effect from 6 PM this evening to 10 PM PDT Tuesday
    • Northeast winds 25 to 35 mph with gusts up to 60 mph expected
    • Impacts: Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and make driving difficult, especially for high profile vehicles

 

Nevada

High Wind Warning / Wind Advisory
  • High Wind Warning in effect from 2 PM this afternoon to 2 AM PDT Tuesday
    • West winds 35 to 45 mph with gusts up to 65 mph expected
    • Impacts: High winds may move loose debris. Travel will be difficult especially for
      high profile vehicles. North-south oriented roadways, including U.S. 93, will be impacted with strong crosswinds and will create hazardous driving conditions
  • Wind Advisory in effect form 11 AM this morning to 10 PM PDT this evening
    • West winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 50 mph expected
      • Wind prone areas could see gusts in excess of 60 mph
    • Impacts: High-profile vehicles could be blown over. Blowing dust will reduce visibility 

 

Idaho

Winter Storm Warning / High Wind Warning
  • Winter Storm warning remains in effect until midnight MDT tonight
    • Moderate snow and strong winds expected.
    • Total snow accumulations of 4 to 8 inches
    • Winds could gust as high as 50 MPH in the valleys and over 65 MPH at mountain peaks, resulting in blowing and drifting snow
    • Impacts: A combination of moderate snow and strong winds will create slick road conditions and areas of very poor visibility
  • High Wind Warning in effect from 8 AM this morning to 6 PM MDT Tuesday
    • West-southwest winds sustained at 30 to 40 MPH with gusts of 50 to 60 MPH
    • Impacts: Difficult driving is expected for high profile vehicles, along with patchy blowing dust

 

Wyoming

High Wind Warning / Winter Weather Advisory
  • High Wind Warning remains in effect from noon today to 6 AM MDT Wednesday
    • West to southwest winds 50 to 60 MPH with frequent gusts to 85 MPH expected
      • Occasional gusts 90 to 100 MPH are possible
    • Impacts: Strong cross winds will be hazardous to light weight and high profile vehicles, including campers and tractor trailers. There will be an extreme risk for vehicle blow overs!
  • Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect from noon today to noon MDT Tuesday
    • Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 5 to 10 inches
    • Winds gusting as high as 60 mph at pass level with higher gusts on the peaks
    • Impacts: Travel will be very difficult. Plan on very slippery road conditions. Blowing snow will sharply restrict visibilities

 

Utah

Winter Weather Advisory / High Wind Warning
  • Winter Weather Advisory in effect from 6 PM this evening to Midnight MDT Tuesday night
    • Snow expected along with strong and gusty winds. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12 inches
    • Winds gusting as high as 60 mph
    • Impacts: The combination of snow and strong gusty winds will create areas of blowing snow that will result in significant travel difficulties
  • High Wind Warning remains in effect from 3 PM this afternoon to midnight MDT Tuesday
    • West winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph expected
    • Impacts: High winds may move loose debris, damage property and cause power outages. Travel will be difficult, especially for high profile vehicles. May impact I-80

 

Colorado

Winter Storm Warning
  • Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 3 PM EDT this afternoon
    • Snow. Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches
    • Where: Portions of central and west central Michigan
    • Impacts: Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute
 

Michigan

High Wind Warning
  • Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 9 AM MDT this morning
    • Heavy wet snow Additional snow accumulations of up to two inches
    • Winds gusting as high as 35 mph
    • Impacts: Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute
 

Additional Flood Advisories include but not limited to: North Dakota, Minnesota, Louisiana, Arkansas, Mississippi, Alabama, and Illinois

  • Flood Advisories effective until further notice
    • Minor flooding is occurring and minor flooding is forecast

 

 

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