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2015-12-24

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2 of 3 Premium Clicks used this month SUBSCRIBE Print + Online Subscriber Activation  |  Register x Forgot Password | Need an Account? e-edition | subscribe | newsletter | deals Classifieds Jobs Autos Real Estate FEATURED   » NEWS NOW   Updated: Snow reports come in from across Southern Oregon       ...       Jackson County Commissioner Breidenthal plans to continue traveling       ...       Mt. Ashland: All systems go at the ski area       ...       Updated: Snow reports come in from across Southern Oregon       ...       Jackson County Commissioner Breidenthal plans to continue traveling       ...       Mt. Ashland: All systems go at the ski area       ...           Snow levels expected to hit 2,000 feet early Sunday Comment MailTribune.com Writer Posted Dec. 19, 2015 at 9:25 AM Posted Dec. 19, 2015 at 9:25 AM »  Social News The National Weather Service in Medford has issued a winter weather advisory from 10 p.m. today until 4 p.m. Sunday for areas above 2,000 feet elevation because of potentially heavy snow in the forecast. Snow accumulations of up to 2 inches are expected in the foothills around the Rogue Valley, with heavier snow expected before sunrise Sunday and into the morning hours. A winter weather advisory for snow means that periods of snow will cause travel difficulties. The Weather Service said drivers should be prepared for snow-covered roads and limited visibility. In addition, strong winds and heavy rainfall are expected for portions of southwestern Oregon and Northern California. Forecasters expect heavy rainfall near the coast and in the Coastal Range, bringing a possibility for small stream and urban flooding for those areas. S trong winds could down trees or powerlines as well as make driving difficult for high-profile vehicle, the Weather Service said. To check road conditions before venturing out, call 511 for Oregon roads. For California road conditions, call 800-427-ROAD (7623). MailTribune.com Writer Posted Dec. 19, 2015 at 9:25 AM » Comment or view comments   Reader Reaction »  STAY INFORMED   Email NewsLetter   Sign Up Today   Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. Southern Oregon Directory Featured Businesses Loading... Business Name address Location, ST | website.com Find Southern Oregon Attractions Bars Restaurants Beauty Salons Entertainment Doctors Medical Specialists Contractors Education Lawn Services Lawyers Shopping Travel Tanning Used Cars Wedding Services ▼ Add your business here + Events Calendar Connect with MailTribune.com Facebook Twitter RSS Back to top Reader Services Reader Services Home Subscriptions Subscriber controls Contact us Submissions Photos Events Letters to the editor Corrections Announcements Obituaries Story ideas Since you asked Alerts Email Alerts RSS Feeds Text Alerts Advertise Media Kit Home Products and services Ad rates Advertising contacts Propel Marketing Mail Tribune Daily Tidings The Nickel Shop Our Valley Blogs Mobile Site Stay Informed   Email newsletter   Sign Up Today   Sign up for our newsletter and have the top headlines from your community delivered right to your inbox. Your privacy is important, read our privacy policy. © Copyright 2015 Local Media Group, Inc. All Rights Reserved.    Privacy Policy  |  Terms of Service  |  Local Media Group Publications Original content available for non-commercial use under a Creative Commons license, except where noted. MailTribune.com | P.O. Box 1108, Medford, OR 97501