Winter Weather Advisory, Snows Expected Overnight Tonight (3/15/18)
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WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT UNTIL 8 AM PDT FRIDAY
for Central and Eastern Lake County; Klamath Basin; Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County
Moderate to heavy snow will impact northern California today into Friday. Snow will be wet and heavy and could cause tree limbs/branches to break. Power outages are possible. Heaviest snow will fall in the mountains above 4000 feet, but will also likely impact Interstate 5 near Mount Shasta City. Be prepared for snow-covered and slippery roads and reduced visibility. Other roads impacted will be Sawyers Bar road west of Etna, including Etna Summit, Highway 97 northeast of Weed, and Highway 89 east of Mount Shasta City.
This will create very hazardous travel with slippery, snow covered roads, and periods of poor visibility due to moderate to heavy snow.
If you must travel, carry emergency kit with chains, flashlight, batteries, blankets, food, water, and medications. Be prepared for wintry travel conditions and be sure to check road conditions before venturing out.
- WHAT...Snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 2 to 4 inches, with localized amounts up to 6 inches, are expected.
- WHERE...Highway 140 east of Bly to The Warner Mountain Summit and higher elevations west of Bly. Highway 395 including Valley Falls and Lakeview.
- WHEN...until 8 AM PDT Friday.
- ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions, including during the evening commute. Be prepared for reduced visibilities at times. Snow covered roads are most likely during heavier bursts of snow.
- View the hazard area in detail at https://www.wrh.noaa.gov/mfr/HAZARD
Slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination. Carry tire chains and be prepared for snow covered roads and limited visibilities.
A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow will cause travel difficulties.
Affected Area(s):
Central and Eastern Lake County; Klamath Basin; Northern and Eastern Klamath County and Western Lake County
Issued:Thu Mar 15, 2018 8:25 PM PDT
Effective:Thu Mar 15, 2018 8:25 PM PDT
Expires:Fri Mar 16, 2018 8:00 AM PDT
| 3-Day Forecast - Klamath Basin | |
|---|---|
| Tonight | Snow showers. Steady temperature around 27. South southeast wind 3 to 8 mph. Chance of precipitation is 100%. Total nighttime snow accumulation of 1 to 3 inches possible. |
| Friday | Snow showers likely, mainly after 11am. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 38. South wind 3 to 7 mph. Chance of precipitation is 60%. New snow accumulation of around an inch possible. |
| Friday Night | A 50 percent chance of snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 22. Light west wind. New snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible. |
| Saturday | A 30 percent chance of snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a high near 37. West wind 3 to 8 mph. New snow accumulation of less than a half inch possible. |
| Saturday Night | A 20 percent chance of snow showers before 11pm. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 21. West wind 5 to 10 mph becoming light west southwest in the evening. |
| Sunday | Mostly cloudy, with a high near 41. |
| Sunday Night | A 20 percent chance of snow showers. Mostly cloudy, with a low around 21. |
Information provided by the National Weather Service, Medford, Ore.
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