The National Weather Service issued a cold weather advisory at 3:13 a.m. on Sunday in effect until 10 a.m. for North Oregon Coast Range Lowlands, Central Oregon Coast Range Lowlands, North Oregon Coast Range,
Portland and much of western Oregon can expect a chilly and sunny Saturday, followed by another night of frigid temperatures. The National Weather Service in Portland issued a cold weather advisory till 10 a.
The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a warning for some beach counties in Oregon about so-called sneaker waves that could kill people. Sneaker waves could be lethal by knocking over unsuspecting people and pulling them into cold waters or carrying heavy driftwood logs that can pin people down.
Forecasters are warning that air pollution may become trapped and adversely affect humans, due to weather conditions in the U.S.
"Light winds and limited air movement will lead to a period of stagnant air conditions," NWS said, warning of "deteriorating air quality for people with respiratory problems" and "visibility one quarter mile or less in dense fog," which "could make driving conditions hazardous."
But since then, things have dried out. National Weather Service meteorologist Chris Burling said Friday that overall, the Willamette Valley would continue to see cool and foggy weather for at least the next four to five days,
The National Weather Service has simplified some of its winter weather alerts for Wind Chill and Extreme Cold Warnings.
On Saturday at 1:56 a.m. a cold weather advisory was issued by the National Weather Service in effect until 10 a.m. for North Oregon Coast Range Lowlands, Central Oregon Coast Range Lowlands, North Oregon Coast Range,
A surface inversion is preventing the normal mixing of air, meaning pollutants will remain trapped at lower altitudes.
Due to the recent extended drying pattern and east winds in the forecast this weekend, the Oregon Department of Forestry is encouraging anyone who may have completed a debris or slash burn in the past few months to monitor and patrol the burn site.
Cold Weather Advisories have been put into place across the Pacific Northwest this week, but many might be unaware of the new cold weather terms.
If you are enjoying the dry, sunny (though very cold) weather, soak it in. It looks like rain is on the way. The National Weather Service in Portland is forecasting wetter weather starting Wednesday or Thursday,