Winter Weather Warnings Hit Six States, Pacific Northwest Mountains

Multiple states across the Midwest, Mid-Atlantic, Northeast, and Pacific Northwest are facing significant winter weather alerts this weekend, including freeze warnings and heavy snow advisories. Subfreezing temperatures are expected in parts of Virginia, Ohio, West Virginia, Pennsylvania, Maryland, and Indiana, threatening crops, sensitive vegetation, and unprotected plumbing. In the Pacific Northwest, particularly in Oregon and Washington, winter weather advisories warn of 6 to 16 inches of snow at higher elevations, combined with strong wind gusts up to 50 mph, creating difficult driving conditions and potential for tree damage. These conditions are expected to impact mountain areas such as the Oregon Cascades, eastern Washington Cascades Crest, and the Northern Blue Mountains, with travel delays and hazards anticipated. Residents in affected areas are advised to prepare by monitoring weather updates, protecting vegetation, and carrying winter emergency supplies when traveling. The National Weather Service emphasizes caution due to the combination of snow, wind, and freezing temperatures across these regions.