San Andreas, CA…The National Weather Service has extended the winter storm warning for most of Calaveras County through Wednesday, March 1st. A blizzard warning is in effect for high elevation regions of Calaveras County and is expected to last until Wednesday. Travel during this time could be very difficult to impossible. Gusty winds and snow could bring down tree branches leading to power outages.

Calaveras County Health and Human Services Agency has extended the warming center throughout the remainder of the storm. Details are as follows:
Location: San Andreas Library
1299 Gold Hunter Road, San Andreas
Date: Monday, February 27th – Wednesday, March 1st
Time: 9:00 am – 5:00 pm

For assistance with transportation, call Calaveras Connect at (209) 754-4450.
Monitor the weather forecast in your area by visiting the National Weather Service or call 511 for latest local road conditions.

Winter storms create a higher risk of car accidents, hypothermia, frostbite, carbon dioxide poisoning, and heart attacks from overexertion. Calaveras Public Health urges people to stay safe during winter weather:
 Stay off roads if at all possible. If you do travel, carry a flashlight, food, and water in your vehicle in case of an emergency.
 Limit your time outside to avoid exposure to extreme cold. If you need to go outside, wear layers of warming clothing.
 Prepare for power outages.
 Reduce risk of a heart attack by avoiding overexertion when shoveling snow and walking in the snow.
 Learn the signs of frostbite and hypothermia.
 Call 9-1-1 for emergencies.
To keep your home warm when the power goes out:
 Avoid unnecessarily opening doors and windows.
 Close off unneeded rooms.
 Stuff towels or rags in cracks under doors.
 Close curtains of cover windows with blankets at night.
 Eat well-balanced meals to help you stay warmer. Avoid alcohol or caffeine – they cause your body to lose heat faster.
 Dress warmly with several layers of loose-fitting clothing.
For more information about staying safe during winter weather, visit www.ready.gov/winter-weather.
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