Winter Weather Advisory
2026-02-19T10:00:00-08:00

* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory below 2000 ft, snow expected. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. For the Winter Storm Warning above 2000 ft, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 3 to 6 inches, except up to 10 inches above 2500 feet. * WHERE...For the Winter Weather Advisory below 2000 ft, this includes Medford, Ashland, Gold Hill, Jacksonville, Applegate, Shady Cove and Eagle Point. This also includes portions of I-5 and Highways 140, 238, 62 and 234. For the Winter Storm Warning, this includes Prospect and Butte Falls. This also includes portions of I-5, Highways 140, 238, 62 and 227, and includes Jacksonville Hill on State Highway 238 at 2150 ft. * WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel may be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening and morning commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Precipitation will be lighter and more showery tonight into Wednesday with mostly light accumulations. Wet, slushy roads could turn icy. Another round of heavier snowfall is expected Wednesday night into Thursday. Visit weather.gov/mfr/winter for additional snow probabilities

Sams Creek Paddle Report

Paddle Report

Oregon

Last Updated: 2025-06-28

Sams Creek is a challenging whitewater river run located in the state of Oregon.

Summary

The ideal streamflow range for this segment of the river is between 500-2000 cubic feet per second (cfs), which typically occurs during the late winter to early spring months. The class rating for this section of the river is a Class IV, which is considered to be a difficult run with complex rapids and obstacles.

The segment mileage for Sams Creek is approximately 5.5 miles long, with a variety of rapids and obstacles throughout. Some of the most notable rapids include Sams Creek Falls, a 15-foot waterfall that requires precise navigation and expert skill. Other rapids include The Slot, which is a narrow chute that requires precise maneuvering, and The Pencil, which is a steep rapid with multiple drops.

There are specific regulations in place for Sams Creek, including the requirement for a permit to access the river. Additionally, users must abide by the Leave No Trace principles and take appropriate safety precautions, including wearing a personal flotation device and carrying necessary rescue equipment.

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River Run Details

Last Updated	2025-06-28
River Levels	2770 cfs (4.18 ft)
Percent of Normal	105%
Status
Class Level	iv
Elevation	ft
Streamflow Discharge	cfs
Gauge Height	ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 14339000

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Winter Weather Advisory
Until 2026-02-18T05:15:00-08:00 • National Weather Service
* WHAT...For the Winter Weather Advisory below 2000 ft, snow expected. Additional snow accumulations of 1 to 3 inches. For the Winter Storm Warning above 2000 ft, heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations 3 to 6 inches, except up to 10 inches above 2500 feet. * WHERE...For the Winter Weather Advisory below 2000 ft, this includes Medford, Ashland, Gold Hill, Jacksonville, Applegate, Shady Cove and Eagle Point. This also includes portions of I-5 and Highways 140, 238, 62 and 234. For the Winter Storm Warning, this includes Prospect and Butte Falls. This also includes portions of I-5, Highways 140, 238, 62 and 227, and includes Jacksonville Hill on State Highway 238 at 2150 ft. * WHEN...Until 10 AM PST Thursday. * IMPACTS...Travel may be very difficult to impossible. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening and morning commutes. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Precipitation will be lighter and more showery tonight into Wednesday with mostly light accumulations. Wet, slushy roads could turn icy. Another round of heavier snowfall is expected Wednesday night into Thursday. Visit weather.gov/mfr/winter for additional snow probabilities

SAMS CREEK

Paddle Report • Streamflow Levels • Weather Forecast

February 18, 2026

Last Updated	2025-06-28
River Levels	2770 cfs (4.18 ft)
Percent of Normal	105%
Status
Class Level	iv
Elevation	ft
Streamflow Discharge	cfs
Gauge Height	ft
Reporting Streamgage	USGS 14339000

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