More snow is on the way and the snow level will fall toward the valley floor. A Winter Storm Warning is in effect for the Oregon Cascades.

KATU Chief Meteorologist Dave Salesky says "in the mountains, we’ve gone from measuring snow in inches to measuring snow in feet.”

As cold air filters in, the snow level will fall to around 500 feet. The foothills and coast range will see snow as well.

The National Weather Service in Portland issued a Special Weather Statement Wednesday afternoon for the chance of low-elevation snow. That statement reads:

“Snow showers expected tonight through the Thursday morning commute in the lowlands of the lower Columbia, Portland-Vancouver Metro area, and the Central and Southern Willamette Valley. Snow will be spotty in nature, and will be combined with rain through most locations. Some areas, especially those above 500 ft, may see minor accumulations while others will see no snow. While accumulation may not be heavy, be sure to travel with care as roads may still be slick in spots.”

Salesky adds “Showers will be spotty and with temperatures falling, the best chance for any accumulating snow will be between 500 and 1,000 feet. 1-2 inches are possible, but with the scattered nature of the showers, I wouldn’t expect to see many places with that much snow. Below 500 feet, spotty snow showers are possible with little to no accumulation. Temperatures will climb into the upper 30s or lower 40s by Thursday afternoon.”

Back in the mountains, over a foot of fresh powder is expected.

KATU photojournalist Mike Warner drove around Mt. Hood Tuesday morning. He took this video coming up Highway 35.