Winter Storm — Western Columbia Gorge, Washington

2017-01-07 to 2017-01-08 · Western Columbia Gorge, Washington

Event narrative

The Columbia River Highway was closed between Larch Mountain Rd and Vista House due to extreme ice conditions. Local TV meteorologist reported 0.50 inches of ice and 1 inch of snow in Corbett across the river.

Wider weather episode

A broad shortwave trough brought multiple rounds of precipitation, including a wintry mix of snow and ice for many locations across Southwest Washington. Strong easterly pressure gradients generated high winds through the Columbia River Gorge as well on January 8.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 678247. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.