March 24, 2024 3:50 a.m.

A Winter Weather Advisory remains in effect from 5:00 p.m. Monday to 5:00 p.m. Tuesday for mountain areas in parts of southern Oregon.

Forecasters at the National Weather Service said 5 to 10 inches of snow is expected with up to 14 inches at peaks and ridgetops. Winds gusting as high as 45 miles per hour.

The Advisory area includes the south central and southern Oregon Cascades and Siskiyou Mountains. It applies to highways 62, 230, and 138 around Crater Lake and Diamond Lake, and Highway 58 at Willamette Pass.

Forecasters said travel could be very difficult.

Drivers should slow down and allow extra time to reach their destination. Carry tire chains and be prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities.

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