West Slope Northern Sierra Nevada Severe Watches & Warnings NOAA Weather Radio

... Winter Storm Warning remains in effect from noon today to
10 am PST Friday above 6000 feet... 

* what... heavy snow expected. Travel will be very difficult to
  impossible, including during the evening commute. Damage to
  trees and power lines is possible. Snow accumulations of 4 to 8
  inches, locally up to 15 inches possible this afternoon through
  Thursday morning. Snow accumulations of 5 to 10 inches, locally
  up to 15 inches possible Thursday afternoon through Friday 
  morning. Total snow accumulations of 10 to 18 inches, with 
  localized amounts at around 30 inches, are expected.

* Where... western Plumas County/Lassen park and West Slope 
  northern Sierra Nevada.

* When... noon today to 10 am Friday.

* Additional details... be prepared for significant reductions in
  visibility at times. Wind gusts to 60 mph over higher terrain
  causing white out conditions at times. 

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.

... Major change to winter weather today into the Holiday 
weekend... 

A major change in the weather pattern is coming to norcal starting
today. A series of winter like storms will plow through norcal 
bringing rain, winds and mountain snow to the region. The first 
system will arrive later today pushing through the north state 
tonight. Another system will move though late Thursday and 
Thursday night with one last system pushing through on Friday and 
Saturday.

Snowfall over the Sierra, debris flow over the recent norcal 
fires and periods of strong wind are major concerns with these 
weather systems and hazard watches and warnings have been issued 
for these impacts. 

This change in the weather pattern will bring other impacts as
well. The accumulation of dirt and oils on the roadways will
produce very slick conditions especially early on in this wet
period today and Thursday. Today's evening commute and 
Thanksgiving travel period will likely see increased traffic 
accidents due to the slick roadways and motorists should use extra
caution. As rainfall accumulates over the Holiday weekend, 
ponding water will be possible where storm drains have been 
clogged by leaves and other debris. 

Use extra care while traveling today and this Holiday weekend as 
many weather related hazards will be present that have not been a 
concern for the last several months. 

Conditions will begin to improve on Saturday with a return to 
drier weather expected early next week.




409 am PST Wed Nov 21 2018

... Major change to winter weather today into the Holiday 
weekend... 

A major change in the weather pattern is coming to norcal starting
today. A series of winter like storms will plow through norcal 
bringing rain, winds and mountain snow to the region. The first 
system will arrive later today pushing through the north state 
tonight. Another system will move though late Thursday and 
Thursday night with one last system pushing through on Friday and 
Saturday.

Snowfall over the Sierra, debris flow over the recent norcal 
fires and periods of strong wind are major concerns with these 
weather systems and hazard watches and warnings have been issued 
for these impacts. 

This change in the weather pattern will bring other impacts as
well. The accumulation of dirt and oils on the roadways will
produce very slick conditions especially early on in this wet
period today and Thursday. Today's evening commute and 
Thanksgiving travel period will likely see increased traffic 
accidents due to the slick roadways and motorists should use extra
caution. As rainfall accumulates over the Holiday weekend, 
ponding water will be possible where storm drains have been 
clogged by leaves and other debris. 

Use extra care while traveling today and this Holiday weekend as 
many weather related hazards will be present that have not been a 
concern for the last several months. 

Conditions will begin to improve on Saturday with a return to 
drier weather expected early next week.



1224 PM PST Tue Nov 20 2018

The San Joaquin Valley air pollution control district has
extended the air quality alert on November 20, 2018, due to smoke
impacts from surrounding wildfires for San Joaquin, Stanislaus,
Merced, Madera, Fresno, Kings, Tulare, and valley portion of Kern
counties.

Wildfire smoke still impacts the San Joaquin Valley, causing
unhealthy conditions.  An approaching low pressure system will
bring some improvement in air quality to the district tomorrow. 
The timing of this system could cause this alert to be extended
for the central and southern counties of the valley.

Exposure to particle pollution can cause serious health problems,
aggravate lung disease, cause asthma attacks and acute
bronchitis, and increase risk of respiratory infections.

Residents are advised to use caution as conditions warrant. 
People with heart or lung diseases should follow their doctor's
advice for dealing with episodes of unhealthy air quality.

Additionally, older adults and children should avoid prolonged
exposure, strenuous activities or heavy exertion, as conditions
dictate.

For additional information, call your local San Joaquin Valley
air district office. Modesto 209-557-6400, Fresno 559-230-6000,
Bakersfield 661-392-5500

Residents can also follow air quality conditions by downloading
the free valley air app, available in the apple store or google
play.



Andersen



1224 PM PST Tue Nov 20 2018

The San Joaquin Valley air pollution control district has
extended the air quality alert on November 20, 2018, due to smoke
impacts from surrounding wildfires for San Joaquin, Stanislaus,
Merced, Madera, Fresno, Kings, Tulare, and valley portion of Kern
counties.

Wildfire smoke still impacts the San Joaquin Valley, causing
unhealthy conditions.  An approaching low pressure system will
bring some improvement in air quality to the district tomorrow. 
The timing of this system could cause this alert to be extended
for the central and southern counties of the valley.

Exposure to particle pollution can cause serious health problems,
aggravate lung disease, cause asthma attacks and acute
bronchitis, and increase risk of respiratory infections.

Residents are advised to use caution as conditions warrant. 
People with heart or lung diseases should follow their doctor's
advice for dealing with episodes of unhealthy air quality.

Additionally, older adults and children should avoid prolonged
exposure, strenuous activities or heavy exertion, as conditions
dictate.

For additional information, call your local San Joaquin Valley
air district office. Modesto 209-557-6400, Fresno 559-230-6000,
Bakersfield 661-392-5500

Residents can also follow air quality conditions by downloading
the free valley air app, available in the apple store or google
play.



Andersen


418 am PST Tue Nov 20 2018

... Major change to winter weather forecast for the Holiday
weekend... 

A major change in the weather pattern is coming to norcal this
week impacting Holiday travel. A series of winter like storms 
will plow through norcal bringing rain and mountain snow to the 
region. The first system is set to arrive late Tuesday night
pushing through the north state Wednesday and Wednesday night.
Another system will move though late Thursday and Thursday night
with one last system pushing through on Friday. 

Snowfall over the Sierra and debris flow over the recent norcal
fires are a major concern with these weather systems and hazard 
watches have been issued for these impacts. 

This change in the weather pattern will bring other impacts as
well. The accumulation of dirt and oils on the roadways will
produce very slick conditions especially early on in this wet
period Tuesday night and Wednesday. The Wednesday evening commute
and Thanksgiving travel period will likely see increased traffic
accidents due to the slick roadways and motorists should use extra
caution. As rainfall accumulates over the Holiday weekend, 
ponding water will be possible where storm drains have been 
clogged by leaves and other debris. In addition to the rainfall,
the weather system passing through norcal late Thursday will bring
gusty south winds. The northern Sacramento Valley could see wind
gusts up to 40 or 45 mph with gusts to over 60 mph over the higher
Sierra. Downed tree limbs, blowing objects, and difficult driving
will be a concern during this late Thursday through Friday time
period. Use extra care while traveling this Holiday weekend as
many weather related hazards will be present that have not been a
concern for the last several months. 

Conditions will begin to improve on Sunday with a return to drier
weather expected early next week.

Mcsmith


418 am PST Tue Nov 20 2018

... Major change to winter weather forecast for the Holiday
weekend... 

A major change in the weather pattern is coming to norcal this
week impacting Holiday travel. A series of winter like storms 
will plow through norcal bringing rain and mountain snow to the 
region. The first system is set to arrive late Tuesday night
pushing through the north state Wednesday and Wednesday night.
Another system will move though late Thursday and Thursday night
with one last system pushing through on Friday. 

Snowfall over the Sierra and debris flow over the recent norcal
fires are a major concern with these weather systems and hazard 
watches have been issued for these impacts. 

This change in the weather pattern will bring other impacts as
well. The accumulation of dirt and oils on the roadways will
produce very slick conditions especially early on in this wet
period Tuesday night and Wednesday. The Wednesday evening commute
and Thanksgiving travel period will likely see increased traffic
accidents due to the slick roadways and motorists should use extra
caution. As rainfall accumulates over the Holiday weekend, 
ponding water will be possible where storm drains have been 
clogged by leaves and other debris. In addition to the rainfall,
the weather system passing through norcal late Thursday will bring
gusty south winds. The northern Sacramento Valley could see wind
gusts up to 40 or 45 mph with gusts to over 60 mph over the higher
Sierra. Downed tree limbs, blowing objects, and difficult driving
will be a concern during this late Thursday through Friday time
period. Use extra care while traveling this Holiday weekend as
many weather related hazards will be present that have not been a
concern for the last several months. 

Conditions will begin to improve on Sunday with a return to drier
weather expected early next week.

Mcsmith

... Fire Weather Watch in effect from Friday morning through
Friday evening for strong and gusty winds for the deserts of 
eastern Lassen County into northern Washoe County... the eastern 
Sierra... and much of western Nevada... 

The National Weather Service in Reno has issued a Fire Weather
Watch for strong and gusty winds, which is in effect from Friday 
morning through Friday evening.

* Affected area... fire zone 270 Surprise Valley California, fire 
  zone 273 Mono and eastern alpine counties, fire zone 278 
  eastern Lassen County, fire zone 450 western Nevada Sierra 
  front, fire zone 453 west central Nevada basin and range, fire 
  zone 458 northern Washoe County and fire zone 459 Mineral and 
  southern Lyon counties.

* Winds... southwest to west 20 to 35 mph with gusts 50 to 70 mph.
  Wind prone locations could potentially see even stronger gusts.
  Lighter winds are anticipated for Mineral County with southwest
  winds 15 to 20 mph and gusts 35 to 40 mph.  

* Humidity... 25 to 35 percent.

* Duration... 4 to 8 hours.

* Impacts... the anticipated strong and gusty winds can cause fire
  to rapidly grow in size and intensity before first responders 
  can contain them.

* This watch will be dependent on how much rain and snow falls on
  Wednesday into Thursday morning. If widespread enough wetting
  rains fall, it will mitigate the fire danger.

Precautionary/preparedness actions... 

Avoid outdoor activities that can cause a spark near dry
vegetation, such as yard work, target shooting, or campfires.
Follow local fire restrictions. Check weather.Gov/Reno for
updates and livingwithfire.Info for preparedness tips.



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