'Significant' snowfall expected along the Cascade passes Tuesday
Aweather system is expected to bring a “significant” amount of fresh snow to parts of the Cascades Tuesday through Wednesday morning, likely causing travel delays for drivers heading over the mountain passes.
The Cascade snowpack has fallen a bit behind, currently trending slightly below the seasonal norm. But this next round of heavy mountain snow should help to reduce the deficit, according to KOMO News Meteorologist Kristin Clark.
Precipitation will begin to pick up in coverage and intensity Tuesday morning as a Pacific front pulls into port. Strong southerly winds, gusting 30-40 mph, and widespread rain will greet early morning commuters Tuesday. A rain/snow mix at the mountain passes will change to heavy snow Tuesday afternoon as snow levels lower in the wake of the departing cold front.
The National Weather Service (NWS) issued a Winter Storm Warning through Wednesday morning for the Cascades of Whatcom and Skagit counties, including the Mount Baker Ski Area. Heavy snow is expected above 3,000 feet and total accumulations of 12 to 24 inches are possible, according to the NWS.
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