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The Eastern Sierra Avalanche Center has issued an Avalanche Warning for the Eastern Sierra Slopes from Virginia Lakes to Bishop Creeks through 7:00 am PST Friday, December 26th, 2025. Heavy snow combined with strong winds will likely create widespread areas of unstable snow. Avalanches are expected to run long distances and may run into mature forests, valley floors, or flat terrain. Backcountry travel will be difficult and dangerous. Avalanche danger is expected to remain high at all elevations today with very dangerous avalanche conditions continuing through Friday morning. For more information, visit www.esavalanche.org or www.avalanche.org.
The Winter Storm Watch for the Eastern Sierra and White Mountains of Inyo County has been upgraded to a Winter Storm Warning. Heavy, wet snow and strong winds will make mid-to-late week travel difficult to impossible.
A Winter Storm Warning has been issued from 6 am until 10 pm today for the Spring Mountains above 7500 feet. Total snow accumulations of 8 to 16 inches can be expected. Winds could gust has high as 35 mph.
A Winter Weather Advisory has been issued for the Spring Mountains above 7500 ft for 6 AM-10 PM PST Friday. Expect 6–10 inches of snow and gusty winds. Slick roads and hazardous travel are likely, especially along Kyle & Lee Canyon Roads. Check conditions before heading into the mountains.