WINTER STORM BRACES NORTHWEST, PORTLAND EAST FACES SNOW AND ICE

A potent winter storm is bearing down on/marching toward/aiming for the Pacific Northwest, bringing with it a threat of heavy snow and ice to parts of Oregon, including Portland's east side. Forecasters/Meteorologists are issuing check here warnings/predicting/advising residents to prepare for potentially hazardous/difficult/treacherous travel cond

Portland region is getting ready for a potentially major snowstorm this week. The National Weather Service are anticipating significant accumulations of white stuff, with some areas likely seeing over a foot. Schools may be canceled, and travel conditions are anticipated to be tricky. Residents need to stock up for the blizzard by gathering essent