The National Weather Service has issued a winter weather advisory for the Southern Blue Mountains of Oregon, with potentially 8 inches of snow expected above 4500 feet and winds gusting up to 50 mph. The advisory warns of difficult driving conditions due to moderate and heavy snow combined with low visibilities. The weather service also advises motorists to slow down during snow or freezing rain, avoid dangerous driving conditions, and avoid dangerous trees and power lines. Additionally, the service advises that when traveling out of town in hazardous winter weather, inform your family or friends of your destination, planned route, and estimated arrival.