January 29, 2025 3:40 a.m.

A Winter Weather Advisory is in effect from 4:00 a.m. Friday to 10:00 a.m. Saturday for mountain areas in parts of southern Oregon.

Forecasters at the National Weather Service said snow is expected. Total snow accumulations between 12 and 24 inches above 5,000 feet are forecast with up to 30 inches possible over the highest peaks and ridgetops. Winds will gust as high as 50 miles per hour.

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

Forecasters said travel could be very difficult. The hazardous conditions could impact the Friday morning and evening commutes as well as weekend travel. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches as well as cause areas of blowing snow and limited visibility.

Drivers should slow down and use caution while traveling. Call 511 or visit www.tripcheck.com for road information.