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Blizzard Warning in effect until 10 pm PST This Evening.
Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 10 pm PST This Evening.
The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a Blizzard Warning, which is in effect until 10 pm PST This Evening. A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 10 pm PST This Evening.
  • Snow accumulations: 6 to 12 inches of new snow will accumulate through this evening.
  • Timing: Heavy snow and strong winds will continue through this afternoon. Wind speeds and snowfall intensity will both decrease this evening.
  • Locations include: Tennant.
  • Winds: south winds of 20 to 35 mph with gusts to 50 mph will cause blizzard conditions. Visibility will be reduced to below one quarter mile at times, especially near the passes.
  • Impacts: travel will be severely impacted. Chain restrictions are likely and roads may be impassable at times. The Greatest Snow amounts will be in the Mount Shasta area as well as Southeast Siskiyou County. Visibility will be limited at times due to heavy snow and blowing snow.
  • For a detailed view of the hazard area, visit http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/wrh/whv/?wfo=mfr.

Recommended actions

A Winter Storm Warning for heavy snow means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Significant amounts of snow are forecast that will make travel dangerous. If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to Whiteout conditions, making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get stranded, stay with your vehicle.
Excerpted from ready.gov Before:
  • Before winter approaches, add the following supplies to your emergency kit:
    • Rock salt or more environmentally safe products to melt ice on walkways. Visit the Environmental Protection Agency for a complete list of recommended products.
    • Sand to improve traction.
    • Snow shovels and other snow removal equipment.
    • Sufficient heating fuel. You may become isolated in your home and regular fuel sources may be cut off. Store a good supply of dry, seasoned wood for your fireplace or wood-burning stove.
    • Adequate clothing and blankets to keep you warm.
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  • What to do before winter storms and extreme cold.
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  • Avoid overexertion when shoveling snow. Overexertion can bring on a heart attack - a major cause of death in the winter. If you must shovel snow, stretch before going outside.
  • Keep dry. Change wet clothing frequently to prevent a loss of body heat. Wet clothing loses all of its insulating value and transmits heat rapidly.
  • Watch for signs of frostbite. These include loss of feeling and white or pale appearance in extremities such as fingers, toes, ear lobes, and the tip of the nose. If symptoms are detected, get medical help immediately.
  • Conserve fuel, if necessary, by keeping your residence cooler than normal. Temporarily close off heat to some rooms.
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  • What to do during winter storms and extreme cold.

    • What is a Blizzard Warning?

    Issued for winter storms with sustained or frequent winds of 35 mph or higher with considerable falling and/or blowing snow that frequently reduces visibility to 1/4 of a mile or less. These conditions are expected to prevail for a minimum of 3 hours. Source: weather.gov