Winter weather advisories have been issued in five states across the western United States, with up to 20 inches of snow potentially hitting Oregon this weekend.

Advisories have been issued in Washington, Oregon, Idaho, Montana, and Hawaii. The National Weather Service has warned that heavy snow and strong winds could make travel “very difficult to impossible” in several mountain regions.

Why It Matters

The widespread winter weather advisories highlight how rapidly conditions are deteriorating across the western U.S., with multiple states bracing for dangerous mountain travel and potential disruptions. Heavy snow and strong winds could impact major routes, isolate higher-elevation communities, and create hazardous conditions for early-season recreation. The warnings also underscore

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