KORSHERW145

* WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 12
inches above 4000 feet with locally higher amounts along the
Cascade crest. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph.

* WHERE...East Slopes of the Oregon Cascades.

* WHEN...From 5 PM this afternoon to 5 AM PDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Significant snowfall with periods of heavy snowfall
rates will combine with low visibility to create very difficult
driving conditions. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Lighter snowfall is forecast below 4000 feet
along US 97, US 26, and US 20.

Steady snowfall late this afternoon into Wednesday morning will turn
over to snow showers Wednesday afternoon.

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.

Do not touch downed lines and report any power outages to your
electric company. Travel is highly discouraged due to slick roadways
and the possibility of downed trees and power lines.

* WHAT...Total snow accumulations 4 to 12 inches. Winds gusting as
high as 45 mph over high and exposed terrain.

* WHERE...Above 4000 ft in the high south central Cascades in
Klamath, Jackson and Douglas Counties.
Including the locations of...Crescent Lake, Diamond Lake.
This also includes the following passes or notable locations...
Diamond Lake Junction on state highways 230 & 138 at 4478 ft.
Willamette Pass on state highway 58 at 5090 ft.

* WHEN...From 11 PM this evening to 5 AM PDT Thursday.

* IMPACTS...Travel may be difficult and there may be delays in your
commute. The hazardous conditions could impact the Wednesday
morning and evening commutes. Gusty winds could bring down tree
branches.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...
Visit weather.gov/mfr/winter for additional snow probabilities

Slow down and use caution while traveling. Call 511 or visit
tripcheck.com for road information.

* WHAT...Southwest winds 30 to 40 mph with gusts up to 55 mph
expected.

* WHERE...Portions of Lake, Modoc, and far eastern Klamath counties,
including mostly the higher terrain of Winter Rim, the Warner and
Hart mountains, but also including Paisley, Summer Lake, Valley
Falls, Wagontire, and parts of highways 140, 395, 31 and 299.

* WHEN...From 11 AM to 8 PM PDT Wednesday.

* IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects and a few
power outages may result.

Winds this strong can make driving difficult, especially for high
profile vehicles. Use extra caution.

Secure light outdoor objects like tents or empty trash bins.