Winter Storm Warning in Northern California
Posted 6 hours ago
...Heavy snow expected above 2500 feet through this afternoon...
Today, an associated area of cold low pressure will move in from
the northwest this morning, producing periods of heavy snowfall
with lower snow levels across portions of southwest Oregon and
northern California through this afternoon. Snow levels could
briefly lower below 2500 feet in heavier showers.
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST THIS
AFTERNOON ABOVE 2500 FEET...
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4
inches, with localized amounts up to 8 inches, are expected.
* WHERE...Western Siskiyou County, Central Siskiyou County and
South Central Siskiyou County.
* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST this afternoon.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. Be
prepared for significant reductions in visibility at times.
* View the hazard area in detail at
https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD
Today, an associated area of cold low pressure will move in from
the northwest this morning, producing periods of heavy snowfall
with lower snow levels across portions of southwest Oregon and
northern California through this afternoon. Snow levels could
briefly lower below 2500 feet in heavier showers.
...WINTER STORM WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 PM PST THIS
AFTERNOON ABOVE 2500 FEET...
* WHAT...Heavy snow. Additional snow accumulations of 2 to 4
inches, with localized amounts up to 8 inches, are expected.
* WHERE...Western Siskiyou County, Central Siskiyou County and
South Central Siskiyou County.
* WHEN...Until 4 PM PST this afternoon.
* ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on difficult travel conditions. Be
prepared for significant reductions in visibility at times.
* View the hazard area in detail at
https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD
Recommended actions
* Travel is strongly discouraged because of dangerous conditions.
* If you must travel, keep tire chains, a flashlight, blankets,
food, water, medications, and a fully charged phone with you.
* The safest place during a winter storm is indoors.
* A Winter Storm Warning means that severe winter weather is
occurring and poses a threat to life and property. Take
protective action now.
* If you must travel, keep tire chains, a flashlight, blankets,
food, water, medications, and a fully charged phone with you.
* The safest place during a winter storm is indoors.
* A Winter Storm Warning means that severe winter weather is
occurring and poses a threat to life and property. Take
protective action now.
ready.gov
Ways to prepare and stay safe now
- DuringStay indoors during the storm.Prolonged exposure to cold can cause hypothermia.Walk and drive carefully on icy sidewalks and roads.Many injuries and accidents are caused by slippery conditions.Before driving, let someone know your destination, route, and expected time of arrival.If your car gets stuck, it’ll be easier to find you.If you lose feeling and color in your nose, ears, hands, or feet, cover the exposed area, avoid rubbing your skin, and seek medical help immediately.You may have frostbite.When shoveling snow, take breaks and lift lighter loads.Working too hard can lead to heart attacks.Stay dry.Wet clothes make you lose body heat, increasing your risk of hypothermia.
noaa.gov
What is a Winter Storm Warning?
Warning
Watch
A winter weather event including 1) snow, ice, or sleet meeting or exceeding locally defined 12 and/or 24 hour warning criteria; or 2) a combination of snow, ice, or sleet and blowing snow with at least one of the precipitation elements meeting or exceeding locally defined 12 and/or 24 hour warning criteria.
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