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Atmospheric River Bringing Heavy Rain to Southern California and Heavy Snow to the Sierra Nevadas

A strong atmospheric river will continue heavy rain over southern California through Friday. The heaviest rainfall is ongoing today in the Los Angeles Basin. Flash and urban flooding is possible. A prolonged heavy snowfall has begun over the Sierra Nevada Mountains and will continue through Friday. Travel will become increasingly difficult over the passes due to snow and strong winds. Read More >

Overview

Snow fell across portions of North Dakota and Minnesota from March 1-3, 2012, creating hazardous travel conditions. A winter weather advisory was issued for blowing snow reducing visibility and blowing snow sticking to the roadway, causing icy conditions. Travel was not advised in Pembina county, where the heaviest snowfall occurred and roads were covered with compacted snow and ice.

 

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