There are currently 3 Weather Alerts in Oregonselect a different state
Special Weather Statement issued November 29 at 8:14PM PST by NWS Pendleton OR
Event: Special Weather Statement
Message Type: Alert
Urgency: Expected
Severity: Moderate
Certainty: Observed
Affected Area: Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon; Southern Blue Mountains of Oregon; Foothills of the Northern Blue Mountains of Oregon
Wheather Alert Summary: Light to moderate snow will continue to overspread the area
through midnight. visibility may be reduces to one half mile
commonly to as much as one quarter mile. road pavement
temperatures generally warm enough to allow melting of the snow,
however wet roads can still become slick, especially in the
higher mountain areas where one to two inches of snow is expected.
slow down and allow extra braking distance.
Beach Hazards Statement issued November 29 at 1:40PM PST until December 3 at 10:00PM PST by NWS Portland OR
Event: Beach Hazards Statement
Message Type: Update
Urgency: Expected
Severity: Moderate
Certainty: Likely
Affected Area: Clatsop County Coast; Tillamook County Coast; Central Coast of Oregon; South Washington Coast
Wheather Alert Summary: * what...Sneaker waves possible.
* where...North and central coast of oregon, and south
washington coast.
* when...From tuesday morning through wednesday evening.
* impacts...Waves can run up significantly farther on a beach
than normal, including over rocks and jetties. sneaker waves
can suddenly knock beachgoers off if their feet and quickly
pull them into the frigid ocean which may lead to serious
injury or drowning.
* additional details...A beach hazards statement is issued when
sneaker waves create potentially life-threatening conditions
in the surf zone. caution should be used when in or near the
water. always keep an eye on the waves, and be especially
watchful of children. those participating in razor clam digs
should additionally exercise caution.
Beach Hazards Statement issued November 29 at 12:24PM PST until December 2 at 1:00PM PST by NWS Medford OR
Event: Beach Hazards Statement
Message Type: Update
Urgency: Expected
Severity: Moderate
Certainty: Likely
Affected Area: South Central Oregon Coast; Curry County Coast
Wheather Alert Summary: * what...High risk of sneaker waves expected.
* where...All beaches of douglas, coos, and curry counties.
* when...From monday morning through tuesday afternoon.
* impacts...Sneaker waves can run up significantly farther on
beaches than normal, including over rocks and jetties. these
waves can suddenly knock people off of their feet and sweep
them into the ocean. the waves can also move logs or other
objects which could crush or trap anyone caught underneath.
* additional details...As this long period swell arrives early
monday, it could coincide with the high tide expected around 8
am pst monday. while sneaker waves can occur at any time, the
greatest risk is on an incoming tide. please be aware of the
tides if venturing out onto the beaches.
* view the hazard area in detail at
https://www.Wrh.Noaa.Gov/map/?wfo=mfr