Monday, December 26, 2022

Winter Storm (F) 12/26/2022

URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE

National Weather Service Sacramento CA 

1259 AM PST Mon Dec 26 2022 

Western Plumas County/Lassen Park- West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada- Including the cities of Chester, Quincy, and Blue Canyon 

1259 AM PST Mon Dec 26 2022

 ...WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 10 AM TUESDAY TO 10 AM PST WEDNESDAY ABOVE 5500 FEET... 

 * WHAT...Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 6 to 24 inches above 5500 feet, locally up to 35 inches on the higher peaks. Winds could gust as high as 70 mph Tuesday afternoon. 

 * WHERE...Western Plumas County/Lassen Park and West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada Counties. 

 * WHEN...From 10 AM Tuesday to 10 AM PST Wednesday.

 * IMPACTS...Travel could be very difficult. Widespread blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage. 

 * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Snow levels will start out high but will be lowering late Tuesday morning and early afternoon below major pass levels. Heaviest snow is expected above 6000 ft. Additional storm systems are expected throughout the week into next weekend. 

 PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... If you must travel, keep an extra flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

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