Wind Advisory
2025-12-24T16:00:00-08:00

* WHAT...South winds 20 to 30 mph with gusts up to 45 to 55 mph expected. * WHERE...Greater Portland/Vancouver Metro, Central and Southern Willamette Valley, Northern and Central Coast Range Valleys and Mountains of Oregon, Foothills of the Northern and Central Oregon Cascades, Willapa Hills and Adjacent River Valleys of Pacific and Wahkiakum Counties, Lower Columbia River and Cowlitz River Valleys, and South Washington Cascade Foothills. * WHEN...From 7 AM to 4 PM PST Wednesday. * IMPACTS...Gusty winds will blow around unsecured objects, including holiday decorations. Saturated soils from recent rains could result in downed trees. Tree branches could be blown down. Isolated to locally widespread power outages are possible. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...The peak winds will occur for only 1-3 hours at any given location with gusts of 25-40 mph lasting for another 2-3 hours after. Peak winds will begin in Lane county, moving north into SW Washington through the advisory timeframe. There's a 10% chance of peak wind gusts 60-70 mph through the advisory area.


Packsaddle County Park To Mill City Paddle Report

Last Updated: 2023-06-13

The Packsaddle County Park to Mill City River Run on the North Santiam River in Oregon is a challenging Class III-IV whitewater run with several notable rapids, including Vortex, Hole-in-the-Wall, and Mill City Falls.


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Summary

The best time to float this section is during the spring runoff, typically between March and May, when water levels are high enough to provide exciting rapids without being too dangerous. Recommended flow levels range from 1,500 to 4,000 cfs. Kayakers and experienced rafters will enjoy this section of the river, but novice boaters should approach with caution.

River Run Details

Last Updated 2023-06-13
River Levels 1600 cfs (3.37 ft)
Percent of Normal 63%
Optimal Range 800-15000 cfs
Status Runnable
Class Level II+ to III+
Elevation 1,103 ft
Run Length 7.5 Mi
Gradient 27 FPM
Streamflow Discharge 8000 cfs
Gauge Height 6.9 ft
Reporting Streamgage USGS 14181500
       

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