Winter Storm — Western Columbia River Gorge, Oregon

2016-12-08 to 2016-12-09 · Western Columbia River Gorge, Oregon

Event narrative

Four to six inches of snow fell along interstate 84 before turning to sleet and freezing rain. One to 1.5 inches of ice accumulation was also reported.

Wider weather episode

A strong frontal system brought strong east winds to the North Willamette Valley and a mix of snow, sleet, and freezing rain down to the Valley Floor.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 672830. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.