Arnold, CA…The National Weather Service in Sacramento has issued a Blizzard warning for our area. Carson, Ebbetts & Sonora Pass areas are forecast to receive the deepest layers of snow from these systems. Heavy snow expected above 5000 feet. Blizzard conditions expected above 6500 feet beginning Wednesday evening. Travel will be very difficult to impossible, including during the morning commute on Thursday. The combination of a heavy, wet snow with high winds may down power lines and trees. Between 5000 and 6500 feet, total snow accumulations of 2 to 3 feet, with localized amounts up to 4 feet, are expected. Above 6500 feet, heavier snowfall is likely with accumulations of 5 to 7 feet, locally up to 9 feet.

Blizzard Warning
URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Sacramento CA
306 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019

…Heavy mountain snows to impact the area through Friday morning
with Blizzard Conditions at times…

.A pair of weather systems will move through the region spreading
heavy snowfall accumulations to the Sierra Nevada and Southern
Cascades. The winter storm currently moving through should wind
down by late Wednesday morning with a brief lull ahead of the
more impactful disturbance. The trailing system arriving
Wednesday evening could produce several feet of snowfall
accompanied by high winds leading to blizzard/whiteout
conditions. Travel will be dangerous to nearly impossible, and is
strongly discouraged.

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West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada-
306 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019

…WINTER STORM WARNING IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY ABOVE
5000 FEET…
…BLIZZARD WARNING IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM WEDNESDAY TO 7 AM PST
THURSDAY ABOVE 6500 FEET…

* WHAT…Heavy snow expected above 5000 feet. Blizzard conditions
expected above 6500 feet beginning Wednesday evening. Travel
will be very difficult to impossible, including during the
morning commute on Thursday. The combination of a heavy, wet
snow with high winds may down power lines and trees. Between
5000 and 6500 feet, total snow accumulations of 2 to 3 feet,
with localized amounts up to 4 feet, are expected. Above 6500
feet, heavier snowfall is likely with accumulations of 5 to 7
feet, locally up to 9 feet.

* WHERE…West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada.

* WHEN…For the Winter Storm Warning, 3 PM today to 4 AM
Friday. For the Blizzard Warning, 7 PM Wednesday to 7 AM
Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Be prepared for significant reductions in
visibility at times. Winds gusting as high as 75 mph will cause
blizzard/whiteout conditions in blowing snow. Significant
drifting of the snow is likely. Travel will be dangerous and is
not advised.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

A Winter Storm Warning for snow means there will be snow covered
roads and limited visibilities. Travel is not recommended while
the warning is in effect. 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.

A Blizzard Warning means severe winter weather conditions are
expected or occurring. Falling and blowing snow with strong winds
and poor visibilities are likely. This will lead to whiteout
conditions, making travel extremely dangerous. Do not travel. If
you must travel, have a winter survival kit with you. If you get
stranded, stay with your vehicle. The latest road conditions for
the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

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URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
650 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019

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Mono County-
Including the cities of Bridgeport, Coleville, and Mammoth Lakes
650 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019

…WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY…
…BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 10 PM WEDNESDAY TO
7 AM PST THURSDAY ABOVE 7000 FEET…

* CHANGES…Upgrade Advisory to a Warning through Friday morning.
Blizzard conditions now expected with increased snowfall from
Wednesday through Thursday.

* WHAT…Tonight-Wednesday Afternoon: Moderate snow with
accumulations of up to 4 inches east of Highway 395 and 8 to 18
inches west of Highway 395 above 7000 feet, are expected. Winds
gusting as high as 95 mph for ridge tops.

Wednesday night through Thursday: Heavy snow accumulations of
2 to 5 feet is forecast west of Highway 395 above 7000 feet with
blizzard conditions forecast. 10 to 20 inches elsewhere above
7000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 100 mph for ridge tops.
Between 6000 and 7000 feet, up to 6 inches is forecast.

* WHERE…Mono County.

* WHEN…For the Winter Storm Warning, until 4 AM PST Friday.
For the Blizzard Warning, from 10 PM Wednesday to 7 AM PST
Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Travel could be very difficult to
impossible with periods of road closures possible. The
hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening
commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for
many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry
an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay
home, have a backup plan in case of power outages.

This is a life threatening situation. Do not attempt to travel!
Road crews and first responders may not be able to rescue you.
Stay indoors until the snow and wind subside. Even a short walk
could be deadly if you become disoriented.

The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

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URGENT – WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE
National Weather Service Reno NV
650 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019

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Greater Lake Tahoe Area-
Including the cities of South Lake Tahoe, Truckee, Stateline, and
Incline Village
650 PM PST Tue Jan 15 2019

…WINTER STORM WARNING NOW IN EFFECT UNTIL 4 AM PST FRIDAY…
…BLIZZARD WARNING REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 7 PM WEDNESDAY TO 7 AM
PST THURSDAY ABOVE 7000 FEET…

* CHANGES…Upgrade Advisory tonight to a Warning through Friday
morning. Blizzard conditions now expected with increased
snowfall from Wednesday through Thursday.

* WHAT…Tonight through Wednesday afternoon: Moderate to heavy
snow with accumulations of 7 to 14 inches, except 12 to 20
inches west of Highway 89, are expected. Winds gusting as high
as 75 mph for ridge tops.

Wednesday night through Thursday: Heavy snow accumulations of
2 to 5 feet is forecast west of Highway 395 above 7000 feet with
blizzard conditions expected. 10 to 20 inches elsewhere above
7000 feet. Winds gusting as high as 100 mph for ridge tops.
Between 6000 and 7000 feet, up to 6 inches is forecast.

* WHERE…Greater Lake Tahoe Area.

* WHEN…For the Winter Storm Warning, until 4 AM PST Friday.
For the Blizzard Warning, from 7 PM Wednesday to 7 AM PST
Thursday.

* ADDITIONAL DETAILS…Travel could be very difficult to
impossible with periods of road closures expected. The
hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening
commute. Very strong winds could cause extensive tree damage.

PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS…

Avoid travel if possible, you could be stuck in your vehicle for
many hours. If you must travel, prepare for long delays and carry
an emergency kit with extra food, water and clothing. If you stay
home, have a backup plan in case of power outages.

This is a life threatening situation. Do not attempt to travel!
Road crews and first responders may not be able to rescue you.
Stay indoors until the snow and wind subside. Even a short walk
could be deadly if you become disoriented.

The latest road conditions can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.

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