Northern Cascades Expect Heavy High-Elevation Snow in Tropical Moisture
• Heavy, high-elevation snow is expected in the Northern Cascades due to tropical moisture from the Pacific.
• Snow levels around 7,000-8,000 feet will concentrate accumulation, increasing avalanche risk and making mountain pass travel difficult.
• An ongoing atmospheric river may prolong the heavy snow and elevated avalanche risk into midweek.
Heavy snow expected in Northern Cascades
The Northern Cascades are bracing for a significant snowfall event, with heavy, high-elevation snow expected as tropical moisture streams in from the Pacific Ocean. Snow levels are predicted to hover around 7,000 to 8,000 feet, concentrating the heaviest accumulation in the upper mountain regions. Lower elevations will experience warmer rainfall, creating a stark contrast in conditions.
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