Flood watches and winter weather advisories are now in effect for coastal Oregon . Up to 8 inches of rain could fall on Oregon 's coast . Pacific weather could create cold and rain nationwide , complicating holiday travel . One reason for holiday travel is plummeting gas prices , AAA says .
Flood watches and winter weather advisories are now in effect for coastal Northwest . Up to 8 inches of rain could fall on Oregon 's coast . Pacific weather could create cold and rain nationwide , complicating holiday travel . One upside for holiday travel is plummeting gasoline prices , AAA says .