Power outages appeared increasingly likely, with officials around Eugene issuing a variety of warnings as they geared up for potential disruptions.

If temperatures drop below freezing, she said, it could lead to “major ice build-up,” creating hazardous driving conditions. Melting snow and ice in some areas are also leading to high water and standing water hazards, she said. If temperatures fall, these could also re-freeze.

Much of the Portland metro and Willamette Valley saw some snow Thursday. Here's what to know if you're thinking of shoveling snow and ice.