May 21, 2019 - The National Weather Service Hanford Office reports a Winter Weather Advisory will be in effect for the Southern Sierra Nevada from 4:00 A.M. to 11:00 P.M. Tuesday.
Snow levels around 5,000 feet.
Snow accumulations 3 to 6 inches with isolated amounts up to 8 inches.
Motorists should anticipate lengthy delays and slick, hazardous road conditions, as well as the potential for road closures.
If you plan to travel, consider alternate strategies.
If you must travel, remember to carry tire chains, plenty of food, a good deal of water, and warm clothing in your vehicle.
For information on road conditions, including closures or delays, call Caltrans at 1-800-427-7623 or visit http://www.dot.ca.gov/cgi-bin/roads.cgi.
URGENT - WINTER WEATHER MESSAGE National Weather Service Hanford CA 1119 PM PDT Mon May 20 2019 Central Sierra- Including the cities of Devils Postpile, Florence Lake, Lake Thomas Edison, and Tuolumne Meadows 1119 PM PDT Mon May 20 2019 ...WINTER WEATHER ADVISORY REMAINS IN EFFECT FROM 4 AM TO 11 PM PDT TUESDAY ABOVE 5000 FEET... * WHAT...Snow expected above 5000 feet. Total snow accumulations of 3 to 6 inches expected. Isolated accumulations up to 8 inches. Winds gusting as high as 45 mph. * WHERE...Elevations above 5000 feet in the central Sierra. * WHEN...From 4 AM to 11 PM PDT Tuesday. * ADDITIONAL DETAILS...Plan on slippery road conditions. The hazardous conditions could impact the morning or evening commute. Gusty winds could bring down tree branches. PRECAUTIONARY/PREPAREDNESS ACTIONS... A Winter Weather Advisory for snow means periods of snow will cause primarily travel difficulties. Expect snow covered roads and limited visibilities, and use caution while driving. The latest road conditions for the state you are calling from can be obtained by calling 5 1 1.
Source: NWS