March 2, 2024 6:00 a.m. 

A Winter Storm Warning remains in effect until 10:00 a.m. Saturday above 2,000 feet with a Winter Weather Advisory in place until 4:00 p.m. Sunday above 800 feet for central Douglas County.

Forecasters at the National Weather Service said for the Warning, heavy snow is expected with additional accumulations of 8 to 16 inches. For the Advisory, additional accumulations of 1 to 2 inches are expected with winds gusting as high as 35 miles per hour over exposed terrain.

The Warning area includes areas above 2,000 feet, including Interstate 5 passes south of Canyonville, the Tiller-Trail Highway and the higher terrain of Douglas and eastern Coos counties. The Advisory includes areas above 800 feet, including Canyonville, Camas Valley, Glendale, and portions of Interstate 5 and highways 138 and 42.

Forecasters said those who must travel should keep tire chains, a flashlight, blankets, food, water, medications and a fully charged phone with them. Listen to News Radio 93-9 FM and 1240 KQEN and check www.541radio.com to stay connected with updated weather information.