Atmospheric rivers, high winds, rain, snow, and potential flooding are expected Christmas week which could complicate holiday travel plans for thousands of Oregonians. Image courtesy of ODOT The West Coast is gearing up for a soggy, blustery Christmas as a series of...
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Portland Hitting Lowest Temps Since Deadly Arctic Blast Earlier This Year
Back in January, 2024, an ice storm hit Oregon and caused an estimated $72 million dollars in damage and 15 deaths. With that ice storm came temperatures as low as 25 degrees Fahrenheit in Portland. Now, due to high-pressure and a lack of clouds in the sky, Portland...
Bomb Cyclone Hits the Northwest Hard with Fatalities and Half a Million Without Power
A powerful storm system swept across the northwestern United States, bringing strong winds, heavy rain, and widespread disruptions. Dubbed a "bomb cyclone" due to its rapid intensification, the storm caused power outages across multiple states, downed trees, and...
Bomb Cyclone to Slam Oregon and the West Coast With Winds Up to 70 mph
The West Coast is bracing for a powerful bomb cyclone that promises to deliver hurricane-force winds, torrential rain, and feet of snow to Oregon, Northern California, and Washington. This rare weather event is set to unleash its fury beginning Tuesday, November 19,...
Oregon Could See a Snowier Winter with La Niña on the Way
A La Niña winter could be on the horizon for the United States, according to the Climate Prediction Center’s (CPC) latest forecast. The CPC, a division of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration (NOAA), suggests that La Niña is likely to develop between...
Tornado Hits Rockaway Beach with 85 mph Winds, Portland Braces for Flooding
After a recent tornado struck Rockaway Beach, Portland residents are being urged to brace for another bout of severe weather. The National Weather Service (NWS) confirmed that an EF-0 tornado touched down in Rockaway Beach on Monday night, bringing 85 mph winds that...
Winter Storm Warning Brings Heavy Snow to Crater Lake and Surrounding Areas Until Friday
If you're dreaming of visiting Crater Lake this winter, get ready for some serious snow—and if you're heading up anytime soon, be prepared. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for mountain areas of southern Oregon above 5,000 feet, including the breathtaking Crater...
26 Foot Waves To Hit Oregon Coast Tonight, Warning To Stay Off Beaches
People are advised to stay away from jetties, low lying beaches and surf zones in the affected area. Residents and visitors along the southern Oregon coast are being warned to stay out of the surf zone, including beaches and low-lying shorelines from Thursday morning...
When and Where to See the 2024 Oregon King Tides
As winter approaches, the Oregon coast is gearing up for the 2024 King Tides, one of nature’s most spectacular displays. These tides, known scientifically as perigean spring tides, occur when the gravitational pull of the Moon and Sun align to create the highest water...
62 Years Ago the Columbus Day Storm Brought Category 3 Hurricane Winds to the Pacific Northwest
It was 62 years ago when one of the most powerful storms in the history of the Pacific Northwest wreaked havoc on the region. Known as the Columbus Day Storm of 1962, this catastrophic event struck with winds comparable to a Category 3 hurricane, leaving a trail of...
Oregon Braces For Scorching Heat Wave, Temperatures May Soar To 115°F
Extreme heat is possible this week across Oregon. The National Weather Service has recently issued several warnings, from excessive heat watches and heat advisories to excessive heat warnings. Some areas of the state may be facing temperatures up to 115 degrees...
Sunny Skies Return In Oregon As Weekend May Hit 90 Degrees
Grab your shades, Oregonians, because warmer and sunnier days are finally heading our way! Starting Wednesday, the greater Portland and Vancouver metro areas will bask in some much-needed sunshine. After a chilly, frosty morning in the Willamette Valley, temperatures...