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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 >

Snow and Sleet

Winter Storm Event Warning Accumulation Criteria
  • Winter Storm Warning
Winter Weather Advisory Event Accumulation Criteria
  • Winter Weather Advisory

 

Ice/Freezing Rain

Ice Storm Warning Criteria
1/4" or Greater Ice Accretion
Winter Weather Advisory Criteria
Trace Amounts to Less Than 1/4" Ice Accretion

 

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