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Winter Storm Warning issued February 19 at 12:25AM PST until February 19 at 10:00AM PST by NWS Medford OR

AREAS AFFECTED: Central Douglas County

DESCRIPTION: * WHAT...For the Winter Storm Warning above 1500 ft, heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations 3 to 8 inches. For the Winter Weather Advisory below 1500 ft, wet snow. Additional snow accumulations up to 3 inches, with mixed precipitation at elevations below 800 feet. The majority of snow is expected through 5 AM PST today, with snow tapering off by 10 AM PST. * WHERE...For the Winter Weather Advisory below 1500 ft, this includes Roseburg, Elkton, Sutherlin, Camas Valley and Canyonville as well as portions of I-5, including Roberts Mountain Pass, and Highways 42 and 138. For the Winter Storm Warning above 1500 ft, this includes Glendale and Tiller as well as portions of I-5 south of Canyonville and Canyon Creek Pass on I-5 around 2000 ft. * WHEN...Until 10 AM PST this morning. * IMPACTS...Travel may be difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning commute. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Visit weather.gov/mfr/winter for additional snow probabilities

INSTRUCTION: If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. Call 511 or visit tripcheck.com for road information. Slow down and use caution while traveling. Call 511 or visit tripcheck.com for road information.

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