Heavy Snow — Western Columbia Gorge, Washington

2019-02-08 to 2019-02-09 · Western Columbia Gorge, Washington

Event narrative

Snow accumulations generally around 6 to 12 inches were observed. Amounts were generally higher closer to Bonneville, where 12 inches of snow was observed.

Wider weather episode

A low pressure system dropped south along the coast from Victoria Island. The low pressure system brought arctic air south out of Canada into SW Washington. This system brought heavy snow to the Willapa Hills, Cascade Foothills, and the Columbia Gorge. It also brought snow down to the Valley floor in the Vancouver Metro area.

Source: NOAA Storm Events Database, event_id 808866. Narrative written by the NWS forecast office that issued the report.