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Whatcom County has closed multiple roads due to weather/flood conditions.
With snow levels at around 5,000 to 6,000 ft, the NWS is also warning residents of the elevated risk for landslides from heavier rainfall runoff in these areas.
Forecasters have issued a coastal flood advisory for Saturday morning.
Tides could rise over 9 feet during the lunar phase.
Crews expect snow showers starting Friday, and with current snow loads in avalanche paths, WSDOT says it’s time to lock the gates.
The Mount Baker Ski Area is hopeful for a forecasted 40+ inches of snow, but no opening date has been announced yet.
Forecasters warn of snow-covered roads on the Snoqualmie and Stevens Pass this week.
Wind gusts could reach as high as 40 mph throughout western Whatcom County.
The snow could make travel difficult, so drivers in those areas are being urged to slow down and use caution.
Light snow is in the forecast starting on Tuesday through Sunday in the Cascades above 1500 ft.