"Winter Storm Brings Heavy Snow and Blizzard Warnings to Cascades and Northwest"

A major winter storm is expected to bring blizzard conditions to the Cascades and some areas of the High Desert in Oregon, prompting closures at Central Oregon Community College and OSU-Cascades. The National Weather Service issued a winter storm warning for Central Oregon, with heavy snow and winds gusting up to 50 mph. Deschutes County Circuit Courts also announced an early closure. The storm is causing widespread travel trouble, with snow-covered roads and chain restrictions in mountain passes. Motorists are urged to only travel in emergencies, and public transportation is recommended.