Winter Weather Advisory
2026-02-20T04:00:00-08:00

...A SERIES OF WEAK SYSTEMS WILL BRING WIDESPREAD SNOW TO THE NORTHERN OREGON AND SOUTHERN WASHINGTON COAST AND CASCADE RANGES THROUGH AT LEAST THURSDAY NIGHT... .A broad area of low pressure will continue to bring widespread snow showers to elevations above 1500 ft through at least Thursday night. Give the showery nature of the precipitation and uncertainty as to the exact track of the Wednesday night system, there is some variability in forecast total snow fall accumulations through Thursday night. While the forecast remains on track for overall snowfall totals, where exactly the highest accumulations remain in flux. * WHAT...Snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 7 inches through Wednesday night and another 1 to 3 inches of snow Thursday morning through Thursday night. * WHERE...Foothills of the Northern and Central Oregon Cascades, North and Central Coast Range Mountains of Oregon, Willapa Hills, and South Washington Cascade Foothills. * WHEN...Until 4 AM PST Friday. * IMPACTS...Roads, and especially bridges and overpasses, will likely become slick and hazardous.


Welches Run Paddle Report

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

The Welches Run section of the Salmon River in Idaho is a Class III to IV river run with several challenging obstacles including House Rock, Eye of the Needle, and Elkhorn Rapid.


Summary

It is best navigated during the summer months with flows between 2,000 to 3,000 cfs. The river run is difficult with steep drops, narrow channels, and large waves, making it suitable for experienced rafters with strong paddling skills. Overall, the Welches Run is a highly recommended river run for thrill-seekers looking for a challenging adventure on the water.



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River Run Details

Last Updated 2023-06-13
River Levels 619 cfs (2.49 ft)
Percent of Normal 100%
Status Too High
Class Level II+ to III
Elevation 5,911 ft
Run Length 5.3 Mi
Streamflow Discharge 498 cfs
Gauge Height 2.2 ft
Reporting Streamgage USGS 13296500
       

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