Winter Weather Warning ahead of <2 ft of snow expected in the Cascades mid
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Key Points:
- A Winter Weather Warning will be in effect from Monday overnight through Thursday afternoon, with 1 to 2 feet of snow expected in the Cascades, according to the National Weather Service.
- The warning covers the South Washington Cascades and the Northern and Central Cascades of Oregon, with wind gusts up to 40 mph anticipated.
- The heaviest snowfall is forecasted for Tuesday and Wednesday afternoons and evenings, creating hazardous conditions on passes such as Government Camp, Santiam Pass, and Willamette Pass.
- Travelers are advised to postpone trips if possible, drive slowly, leave early, and take precautions if stranded, including shutting off vehicles to avoid carbon monoxide poisoning.
- Those staying indoors should use generators only outside and
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