Is an Arctic Blast and Snow Coming to the Northwest?

Cliff Mass Weather Blog, November 26, 2013

The media is beginning to talk about it and the emails are coming in, so perhaps it is time to talk about the potential for cold air and snow later this weekend and early next week.

My general policy is to wait until such events are about 120 hour out, because their predictability is often very low beyond that.  And although some models have been indicating a cold event for a while, their forecasts have been inconsistent--suggesting large uncertainty.  So now that we are getting close enough to see "the whites of their eyes", what do the latest model predictions indicate.
full story:    http://cliffmass.blogspot.com/2013/11/is-arctic-blast-and-snow-coming-to.html

FLIGHT STATS - across the country - Check Your Airports for Delays at a glance- then get details

You'll want to book mark this one:

The status information provided on this site indicates general airport conditions; it is not flight-specific. Check with your airlineto determine if your flight is affected.Information on wait times at security checkpoints.

http://www.flightstats.com/go/Airport/currentAirportDelays.do?region=usFAA

Holiday Weekend Travel

National Weather Service, Spokane, Wa
A few weak disturbances will bring a chance of light showers on Friday and Saturday. These showers are not expected to impact travel. A strong storm system will bring rain/snow, gusty winds, and colder temperatures on Sunday and Monday. Snow will likely impact the mountain passes. Snow will be possible in the valleys starting Sunday night but confidence remains low regarding amounts and location. Freezing temperatures arriving Sunday night could lead to Icy road conditions on Monday morning. Check http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/otx/ for updates.
full story: http://www.wrh.noaa.gov/FXC/wxstory.php?wfo=otx

Asotin County open burning may continue despite dense air and fog

By Veronica Miracle Published: Nov 26, 2013 at 9:32 AM PST

CLARKSTON, WA - The foggy, dense air that's been clouding up the Valley is here to stay at least through the week. 
The Washington Department of Ecology put an immediate hold on burning across the eastern part of Washington including Asotin County on Monday. But Asotin County Fire Marshall Karst Riggers said the stage one burn ban is simply a recommendation...

full story:  .http://www.klewtv.com/news/local/Stagnation-air-233477821.html

Denver news anchor blasts lazy viewers for boring snow photos

By Scott Sistek Published: Nov 26, 2013 at 11:11 AM PST 
When the snow starts flying, our inbox, Twitter, and Facebook feeds fill up with countless gorgeous photos of our winter wonderland.

And then, there are some... not-so-gorgeous ones. It's OK, not everyone is Ansel Adams. We usually just choose the best to showcase and move on...

But in Denver, where it admittedly snows a little more often than Seattle, one news anchor took to the airwaves to say he's had it with the endless photos that just show snow piling up on viewers' patio furniture.

"Yes, everyone's impressed with your four-piece furniture set. We saw it at Costco too," KUSA anchor Kyle Clark said, tongue planted firmly in cheek (maybe?) 
full story:    http://www.komonews.com/weather/blogs/scott/Denver-news-anchor-blasts-lazy-viewers-for-boring-snow-photo-233494761.html

BURN BAN CONTINUES FOR SEVERAL INLAND NW COUNTIES

Spokane, WA NWS
The highlighted counties above are under a burn ban. This ban restricts the use of outside burning and the use of unapproved indoor fireplaces and stoves. For more information for the burn bans, visit http://www.ecy.wa.gov/programs/air/outdoor_woodsmoke/Burn_Ban.htm or http://www.deq.idaho.gov/air-quality/burning/burn-restrictions-and-bans.aspx.

An Air Stagnation Advisory extended through late Friday...(not shocked)

An Air Stagnation Advisory has been extended through late Friday morning. This is for all of Eastern Washington and North Idaho below 3500 feet. Cold air trapped at the surface will not allow mixing and particulates and pollution will slowly increase. Look for messages from your local air quality authority concerning health hazards, burn bans and other impacts from this event.