The National Weather Service issued a winter storm watch for most of Southern Oregon and Siskiyou County from Wednesday morning until 4:00 p.m. Thursday.
The winter storm watch includes all areas in the South Central Oregon Cascades, Southern Oregon Cascades, and Siskiyous.
Parts of Interstate 5, as well as highways 62, 66, 138, 140, and 230, will be impacted by severe winter weather.
Officials say heavy snow will be possible Wednesday morning through Thursday afternoon, with a total accumulation of 10 to 20 inches possible.
Wind gusts between 30 to 50 miles per hour are expected over exposed higher terrain.
Officials say travel could be very difficult to impossible in some areas. Patchy blowing snow could severely reduce visibility.
Drivers are encouraged to carry tire chains and be prepared for snow-covered roads. Slow down when driving and allow extra time to reach your destination.