Look out Yakima: more wintry weather arrives


Yakima Herald-Republic

Links
Email_black_18  E-mail           Print_black_18  Print            Talk_black_18  Comments
Advertisement

More 'Local'

  1. Snoqualmie and White passes both open this morning
  2. Union Gap man knocked unconscious after being struck by pickup
  3. Woman hit by car on North First Street
  4. Photo: Ringing in the holidays
  5. Officer injured in traffic stop gone awry
  6. President of Pacific Northwest University abruptly leaves
  7. Snoqualmie Pass shut for avalanche control
More Stories:   Today's News | This Week

YAKIMA — A scattering of rain and snow are heading toward Yakima through the weekend.

The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory until 10 a.m. today for Yakima. A chance of freezing rain and up to two inches of snow are expected Saturday through Sunday, with daytime highs in the mid to upper 30s.

The forecasted high fo today is 33 degrees with a low of 29.

Precipitation is also expected in the mountain passes this weekend.

The National Weather Service has issued a winter storm warning for the west slopes of the Central Cascades and passes — including Snoqualmie Pass — until 6 a.m. Sunday. A strong and wet Pacific storm will dump 1 to 3 feet of snow by early Sunday, with the heaviest amounts falling above 2,500 feet. The snow will be accompanied by gusty winds across the exposed ridges through Sunday, resulting in blowing or drifting snow at times.

The snow level is expected to rise to near 4,000 feet today before dropping back down to near 2,000 feet on Sunday. Rain is forecaste today and Sunday. Those planning to travel in the area should be prepared for hazardous winter driving conditions.

A winter storm warning is also predicted for the east slopes of the southern Cascades of Washington — including Satus Pass — through 4 p.m., today, according to the National Weather Service. One to 3 inches of snow and rain are expected by this afternoon below the 2,500-foot level.

 Travel may be hazardous, especially on bridges, overpasses and secondary roads. Motorists are encouraged to use extreme caution.

Erin Snelgrove can be reached at 577-7684 or at esnelgrove@yakimaherald.com

 




Commentsicon2
Log in or Register to leave a comment.

Posting Guidelines - Updated Aug. 21 2009
Readers are encouraged to use these forums to discuss issues affecting the Yakima Valley. Debate the ideas presented in stories and other comments, but refrain from personal attacks and offensive remarks aimed at others; e.g., you may call an idea idiotic, but don't say the person is an idiot. The Herald-Republic reserves the right to remove any comment for any reason. Examples include material that is obscene, encourages illegal activity or stereotypes based on race, gender, sexual orientation, religious beliefs and other factors. Continued violation of these guidelines can lead to suspension or revocation of your ability to post comments. If you believe a comment is inappropriate, you can bring it to our attention by clicking the "report violation" link by each comment. Guidelines revised Aug. 21, 2009.

Registered User?