Heavy Lake Effect Snow Downwind of the Great Lakes; Unsettled Weather Along the West Coast

Heavy lake-effect snow and gusty winds will continue through Thursday downwind of the Great Lakes. Snowfall totals could reach up to 2 feet. The combination of heavy snow and gusty winds will bring hazardous driving conditions with blowing and drifting snow. A Pacific Storm will bring areas of low elevation rain and higher elevation snow from northern California into the Pacific Northwest. Read More >

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Last Map Update: Wed, Dec 11, 2024 at 6:04:24 pm PST

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Driving In The Snow

The northern and central Sierra Nevada mountains are expected to see 6 to 10 inches of snow above 6,000 feet tonight into tomorrow afternoon. Travel could be very difficult and gusty winds could bring down tree branches.

Minor to moderate winter storm impacts are expected from a storm system passing through the region on Thursday. The first image shows impacts from 10 AM Wednesday through 10 AM Thursday, with the second showing impacts from 10 AM Thursday through 10 AM Friday. Hazardous driving conditions are possible due to slick, snow covered roads. If traveling in the mountain areas, use extra caution while driving. Also consider delaying travel plans as closures and disruptions to infrastructure may occur

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Heavy Lake Effect Snow Downwind of the Great Lakes; Unsettled Weather Along the West Coast

NWS Forecast Office Hanford, CA