Strong, wet & cold winter storm on the way
/Winter Storm Warning Siskiyou County, Winter Weather Advisory Klamath County
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A strong, wet, and cold low-pressure system is expected to bring heavy snow to much of Siskiyou County, especially the Mount Shasta area, Tuesday afternoon into Wednesday. Heavy snow is expected. Total snow accumulations of up to 36 inches are expected in Mt. Shasta City with 2 to 5 inches and wind up to 60 mph is expected in the area including northern and eastern Klamath County.
WINTER STORM WARNING
WHAT
Heavy snow expected. Total snow accumulations of 15 to 30 inches with locally higher amounts above 5000 feet. Moderate to strong winds with gusts of 40 to 65 mph from Black Butte Summit to Weed and for elevations above 5,000 feet.
WHERE
The Winter Storm warning is for all areas including. Mount Shasta City, McCloud, Dunsmuir, Ponderosa, and Tennant in South Central and Southeast Siskiyou County. This includes Interstate 5, Highway 89, and portions of Highway 97 between Weed and Grass Lake.
WHEN
1:00 PM Tuesday to 4:00 PM PST Wednesday for the.
IMPACTS
Travel could be very difficult to impossible. Blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility and white-out conditions are possible at times, including along Interstate 5. Heavy snowfall and moderate to strong winds could cause tree and/or power line damage.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
Significant snow amounts are likely, especially in the Dunsmuir to Mount Shasta area.
A Winter Storm Warning means that severe winter weather is highly likely and poses a threat to life and property. Take protective action now.
WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY
WHAT
Total snow accumulations of 2 to 5 inches. Winds gusting as high as 60 mph.
WHERE
In California, Modoc County including portions of route 139 and route 299 at Cedar Pass.
In Oregon, Northern and Eastern Klamath County including Chemult and highway 97, and Southwestern Lake County including Valley Falls and highways 395 and 140 at Warner Mountain Summit Pass.
WHEN
From 10 AM Tuesday to 4 AM PST Wednesday.
IMPACTS
Plan on slippery road conditions. Patchy blowing snow could significantly reduce visibility. The hazardous conditions could impact the evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches.
ADDITIONAL DETAILS
It is best to prepare for the expected snowfall as soon as possible, as travel could be very difficult. The heaviest snow will be Tuesday evening into Tuesday night.
Slow down and allow extra time to reach your destination. Carry tire chains and be prepared for snow-covered roads and limited visibilities. * See https://www.tripcheck.com or http://quickmap.dot.ca.gov for the latest road conditions.
A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means that periods of snow will cause travel difficulties.
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