YAKIMA — The National Weather Service is advising that heavy snow and blizzard-like conditions are likely Tuesday and Wednesday in the Washington Cascades, including parts of Interstate 90, U.S. 12 and U.S. 20.
“We are expecting heavy amounts of snow,” Brandon Lawhorn, NWS forecaster, said. The Cle Elum area could see up to seven inches of snow and up to a foot near White Pass, with gusts of wind up to 60 mph, he said.
A blizzard warning is in effect from 4 p.m. Tuesday to 10 a.m. Wednesday. The warning covers Snoqualmie, White and Stevens passes.
Lawhorn said people should consider delaying their travel plans until there are better conditions.
The National Weather Service recommends having a winter storm kit in your vehicle that includes blankets, food, a flashlight, and a shovel in the event of becoming stranded.
