Heavy mountain snow leads to dangerous driving conditions
If youre traveling over the Cascades this week, keep up to date with road conditions and travel restrictions. Snow is expected to be heavy Wednesday and Thursday nights. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for the Cascades through 10 a.m. Friday above 3,500 feet. Areas between 3,500 to 4,500 feet can expect new snow accumulation of 1-2 feet through Friday morning. This can make driving dangerous. In the lowlands, Thursday has passing showers with breezy conditions. The heaviest rain will come just after the morning commute. The evening commute will be wet for the region but Seattle benefits from the rain shadow." Gusts will be around 25 mph Thursday.